Practice Fire Resistance (9.8) - Topics in Hardened Concrete

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Question 1.
What is the primary property that makes concrete fire-resistant?
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Think about whether the material can catch fire.
Question 2.
What happens to concrete when it is exposed to very high temperatures?
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Consider what happens to moisture inside the concrete.
3Question 3.
What is the primary reason concrete is considered fire-resistant?
- It is lightweight
- It does not burn
- It is a good insulator
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Consider its basic properties.
4Question 4.
True or False: Spalling occurs in concrete when it is exposed to high temperatures.
- True
- False
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Think about what high temperatures do to moisture trapped inside.
Question 5.
Explain how the use of different types of aggregates can impact the fire resistance of concrete in a building's design.
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Think about the fire safety standards that govern material choice.
Question 6.
Design a concrete mix that maximizes fire resistance and state the rationale behind your choices.
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Recall the properties of materials and their behavior under heat.

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