PE Civil Engineering Exam Prep

Category - Civil Engineering

What significant concrete technology advancement was made in the 1930s to provide relief from internal pressure?
  1. Cement-based composites
  2. Air-entrainment
  3. Self-compacting concrete
  4. Non-destructive testing
Explanation
Answer: B - Air-entrainment was a significant concrete technology advancement made in the 1930s to provide relief from internal pressure. Entrained air provides tiny areas within concrete into which water can expand when it freezes. Air-entrained concrete is recommended when a concrete structure is exposed to freezing conditions and is achieved by adding surfactants to a concrete mix.
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