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ASSIGNMENT CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY

1 .Define the term "aggregate" in the context of concrete.


2. Briefly discuss the role of aggregates in influencing the workability of concrete.
3. Briefly describe the role of gypsum in the manufacturing of Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC).
4. Define the term "curing" in the context of concrete.
5. Explain the purpose of adding air-entraining agents in concrete mixtures
6. How will you test the suitability of cement in field or on site?
7. Find fineness modulus of sample how is silt content determined in the laboratory? Explain with the
help of neat sketch.
8. Explain phenomenon of bulking by drawing bulking curve of sand.
9. State effects of bulking on concrete mix proportion.
10. What is coarse aggregate? Describe in shorts.
11.Write the methods and steps for the determination of fineness modulus of coarse aggregate by
sieve analysis.
12.Describe the process of raw material preparation in cement manufacturing.
Compare and contrast the functions of accelerators and retarders in concrete. Provide
examples of scenarios where each type of admixture might be necessary.
13. Discuss the importance of aggregate shape in the performance of concrete. How does the
shape influence workability and strength?
14.Discuss the role of super plasticizers in concrete mix design. How do they impact the
workability and strength of concrete, and what considerations should be taken into
account during their use?
15. Discuss the importance of proper curing in achieving the desired properties of concrete.
Explain different curing methods and their effects on the long-term performance of concrete
structures.
16.Explain the role of aggregates in concrete mix design.
17.What is the main ingredient in Portland cement? Name one
common supplementary cementitious material used in concrete.
How would you modify a concrete mix to enhance workability
without compromising strength?

18.Explain the significance of fineness of cement and how it affects the properties of concrete.
19.Explain the process of Portland cement manufacturing, detailing each stage. Highlight the chemical
reactions involved in the formation of clinker.
20.Discuss the importance of aggregate shape in the performance of concrete. How does the shape
influence workability and strength?
21Discuss the role of super plasticizers in concrete mix design. How do they impact the workability and
strength of concrete, and what considerations should be taken into account during their use?
22.Explain batching of concrete. What safety Precautions are taken during transportation of concretes.

23.Explain the significance of fineness of cement and how it affects the properties of concrete.
24.Explain the process of Portland cement manufacturing, detailing each stage. Highlight the chemical
reactions involved in the formation of clinker.
25.Discuss the importance of aggregate shape in the performance of concrete. How does the shape
influence workability and strength?
26.Discuss the role of super plasticizers in concrete mix design. How do they impact the workability and
strength of concrete, and what considerations should be taken into account during their use?
27.Explain batching of concrete. What safety Precautions are taken during transportation of concretes.

28.Explain the significance of fineness of cement and how it affects the properties of concrete.
29.Explain the process of Portland cement manufacturing, detailing each stage. Highlight the chemical
reactions involved in the formation of clinker.
30.Discuss the importance of aggregate shape in the performance of concrete. How does the shape
influence workability and strength?
31.Discuss the role of super plasticizers in concrete mix design. How do they impact the workability and
strength of concrete, and what considerations should be taken into account during their use?
32.Explain batching of concrete. What safety Precautions are taken during transportation of concretes.

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