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Concrete Technology Assignment

Question 1). Which step is taken to prevent flash setting of cement? Also, write steps to prevent false setting of concrete.

Question 2). Draw a graph showing the strength development of pure compounds of cement.

Question 3). Why Type III cement is Rapid Hardening and Type IV Low Heat producing? Draw a graph showing the development of heat of hydration of different cement types.

Question 4). What is the effect of compaction on entrapped air of concrete? What will be the effect on strength if concrete is not compacted sufficiently? Explain with graph.

Question 5). Why is the percentage of gypsum added to cement limited to 5%?

Question 6). What is the effect of following on the bond strength of concrete?

Question 7). What is the effect of following on workability of aggregate?

Question 8). What is the effect of fineness of cement on the following?

Question 9). What steps can be taken during transportation and placement of concrete to prevent segregation of concrete?