Post views 863 49. Workability of concrete is measured by: Vicat’s apparatus test Slump test Minimum void method Talbot Richard test Answer Slump test 50. Shrinkage in concrete can be reduced by…
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Common Defects in Concrete and Their Causes
Post views 3,274 Concrete Mixer of cement, sand, aggregate with water as per required proporion which is called as concrete, concrete is one of the most widely used construction material in worldwide,…
Different Types of Waterproofing Methods, Techniques & Applications
Post views 1,611 Waterproofing Waterproofing is the process of protecting a building from water penetration and damage, It involves applying specialized materials that prevent water infiltration, Waterproofing is typically applied in areas…
Water Stoppers in Construction: Types, Applications, and Advantages
Post views 1,387 Water Stopper A water stopper or water bars also its called as water seals, in this material used in water construction manage water flow and prevent leakage. Water stopper is a…
Why Use Epoxy-Coated Reinforcement Steel in Construction?
Post views 5,830 Reinforcement Reinforcement concrete is the backbone of any concrete structure, mostly steel is used as reinforcement everywhere, and concretes are strong in compression and weak in tension which is…
Important Questions for Engineering Materials -2
Post views 703 23. Which of the following materials has the highest compressive strength a) Woodb) Steelc) Concreted) Brick Answer Concrete 24. Gypsum board is used due to a) Low cost.b) Ease…
Important Questions About Concrete -2
Post views 850 25. Why steel is preferred as reinforcement in concrete? Because it is inexpensive and resistant Because it is easily accessible Because it adheres well to concrete Because it has…
Why Bitumen Coating is applied for Footing & columns
Post views 11,442 Why Bitumen Coating is applied for Footing & columns Bitumen painting is especially common in Basement foundations such as (column and footing & PCC), Retaining walls, Underground structures such…
How to Calculate Unit Weight of Reinforcement Steel
Post views 2,672 Calculate Unit Weight for Reinforcement Steel Knowing the weight of steel bars is important for any construction project. In this post, we explain how to easily calculate the weight…
Standard Wastage Percentages for Common Construction Materials – PART-02
Post views 2,120 Standard Wastage Percentages for Common Construction Materials – Part – 02 In previous post we have seen some common construction materials wastage percentage , so this post is continuity…
Standard Wastage Percentages for Common Construction Materials – PART-01
Post views 3,826 Standard Wastage Percentages for Common Construction Materials – Part – 01 In construction projects, before ordering any kind of materials or Estimating quantities of any materials must be know…
Important Questions for Engineering Materials -1
Post views 2,580 1. The strength of material is defined as ? a. Ability of material to resist external forces b. Ability of material to resist deformation c. Ability of material to withstand external loads d….
Important Questions About Concrete – 1
Post views 3,945 1. Process of keeping Concrete moist for certain period after casting is ? a. Finishing of Concrete b. Curing of Concrete c. Placing of Concrete d. None of the above Answer Curing of Concrete 2….