Q: Demonstrate various steps of application of (1) Lime plaster and (2) Stucco plaster on a masonry wall.

Q: Which type of mortar is used for general construction of exposed masonry load-bearing walls?

A: Mortar is a material which is produced by mixing cement ,sand and water. Mortar is used to fill the…

Q: Define about the problems related to the use concrete of very high strength exceeding 60MPa?

A: Solution: If we have to increase the strength of concrete just from 40 Mpa to 80 MPa, it will…

Q: Q4/Classify the Bricks According to the Shape?

A: Question is based on the building materials . In the question we have to classify the bricks on the…

Q: What type of masonry surfaces produce the best mortar bond?

A: The bond strength was determined from uniaxial tension specimens obtained by coring the brickwork…

Q: Q-What is the most important measure or method that must be taken to avoid moisture entering the…

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Q: State good quality of concrete

A: Answer:- Good quality concrete:- A concrete is said to be a good quality, if it is strongest,…

Q: Why are mortar water-retention properties important?

A: the question is basically from concret technology relating to cement sand mixing property.

Q: Define solid and hollow masonry units according to ASTM C90.

A: The concrete masonry units are of two types,  Solid masonry unit Hollow masonry units. The solid…

Q: n, complete the required ASTM C140 calculations and compare them to the ASTM C90 requirements.…

A: Calculate the following as shown below The expression for  absorption of the concrete masonry is…

Q: List and briefly explain each of the three grades of brick

A: Grading of bricks is the process of grouping various types of bricks according to their strength and…

Q: What is the design module used when sizing concrete masonry units?

A: The nominal face dimensions of concrete masonry units are 8 in. by 16 in.

Q: Classify the ingredients used to manufacture masonry cement?

A: Type of masonry cement lime cement Gypsum cement  Surkhi cement Different ingredients in lime…

Q: Differentiate cement and lime plaster

A: What is the difference between the cement plaster and lime plaster?

Q: A 10-foot high by 75-foot long wall will be faced with standard size brick 3 1/2 x 2 1/4 x 8…

A: Wall is a structural member which has many uses such as It act as a partition for rooms It act as a…

Q: How can you keep prepared mortar from having excessive moisture loss?

A: Preparation of mortar having excessive moisture loss:

Q: What is the expected strength of concrete block masonry built with 2000 psi units and Type S mortar?

A: In case of concrete block made with S type mortar, the compressive strength of the concrete block…

Q: 7. The Iraqi standard No. 25/1988 classification of bricks is based on (i) compressive strength (ii)…

A: Given data  Compressive strength  Water absorption  Efflorescense

Q: What can be done to reduce moisture penetration through masonry walls?

A: To reduce moisture penetration through masonry walls: Moisture penetration is controlled by…

Q: Please perform an experiment and provide a report on Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by…

A: Answer:- Test equipment:- ASTM C231 along with following: 1. Tamping rod:- has 18 inch length and…

Q: Distinguish between Pre tension and post tension method of prestressing

A: In ordinary reinforced concrete tensile stress are taken by steel alone and compressive stress taken…

Q: What is the lowest temperature at which mortar can be laid before requiring protection from…

A: If mortar is used below the lowest temperature it may not set properly and if water is retained in…

Q: What should you do with mortar that becomes stiff from hydration while waiting for use?

A: Mortar is mixture of sand ,cement and water. With time mortar uses the water for hydration purpose…

Q: REINFORCED CONCRETE DESIGN include free body diagram and detailed solution

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Q: 11. Which of the following is not a type of composite masonry? a) Stone composite masonry b) Cement…

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Q: Which two variables, apart from brick or block size, have an appreciable effect on masonry material…

A: Variable that have an effect of masonry material usage and mortar consumption are

Q: Where would you use the lowest-strength mortar?

A: since the type of mortar is not mentioned i assume it to be concrete mortar

Q: What are the most common types of masonry units? List the functions of mortar. What are the…

A: This type of work is used in most type of structures. It is having so much advantages than the other…

Q: One of the ASTM Designation for testing the quality of Masonry Units is ASTM C140. One of the…

A: Concrete Hollow Block These days the conventional stones, bricks that are used in the construction…

Q: Why is it important that the concrete masonry units meet certain absorption requirements?

A: Absorption of water is the measure of pounds of concrete water cubic foot. The absorption of…

Q: Discuss the difference between Hollow and Perforated bricks with sketch

A: Hollow bricks Hollow Bricks are also known as the cellular or cavity bricks. Such bricks have wall…

Q: Discuss the concept of prestressed concrete, the two different prestressing types and methods. Add…

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Q: The wall has an area equal to 100 sq.m, determine the number of bags of cement for plastering using…

A: Given Dimensions of material, Class of mix used, To Determine No. Of bags of cement used.

Q: How many brick would be required for a masonry wall that measures 120 lineal feet long by 8 feet…

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Q: B: calculate mortar for a wall which height is 10 feet, length is about 14 and width 9 inch?

A: Length of wall = L = 14ft. Height of wall = H = 10ft. Width of wall = B = 9inch.

Q: Give 10 types of concrete admixtures. Discuss it briefly.

A: Different types of admixtures are briefly discussed below: 1. Water reducing admixture: These are…

Q: Cement Plaster and White Washing: Area of painting of wall (m2

A: Cement plastering and White washing is done above the ground surface and is done on both side of the…

Masonry wall construction

Masonry walls of various sorts are utilized in building construction. Masonry walls are the most enduring feature of any structure or building. It separates a structure from the outside world. In masonry construction, the common masonry materials used are building stone, brick, cast stone, glass block, and concrete block. Masonry construction is a type of construction that has the highest durability.