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Chapter 7, Problem 7.15QP
Why is it necessary to measure the air content of concrete at the job site rather than at the batch plant? Name one of the methods used to measure the air content of concrete.
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Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers (2nd Edition)
Ch. 7 - The design engineer specifies a concrete strength...Ch. 7 - A project specifies a concrete strength of 24.1...Ch. 7 - A project specifies a concrete strength of at...Ch. 7 - What is your recommendation for the maximum size...Ch. 7 - A concrete mix with a 3-in. slump, w/c ratio of...Ch. 7 - Prob. 7.6QPCh. 7 - You are working on a concrete mix design that...Ch. 7 - Design the concrete mix according to the following...Ch. 7 - Design the concrete mix according to the following...Ch. 7 - The design of a concrete mix requires 1173 kg/m3...
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