(a) Briefly explain the effect of water/cement ratio in concrete (b) What are the types of chemical admixtures used in concrete? Briefly explain their functions (c) What is the minimum slump requirement for construction of a concrete driveway? What maximum size of aggregate is recommended to deliver concrete using pump through a pipe of 60 mm? (d)

(a) Briefly explain the effect of water/cement ratio in concrete (b) What are the types of chemical admixtures used in concrete? Briefly explain their functions (c) What is the minimum slump requirement for construction of a concrete driveway? What maximum size of aggregate is recommended to deliver concrete using pump through a pipe of 60 mm? (d)

Structural Analysis

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Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

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