Concrete Technology Questions and Answers – Factors Affecting Shrinkage

This set of Concrete Technology Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Factors Affecting Shrinkage”.

1. It is observed that 14-34% of the 20 years shrinkage occurs in ________
a) 2 weeks
b) 3 months
c) 6 months
d) 1 year
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2. It is observed that 40-80% of the 20 years shrinkage occurs in _____________
a) 2 weeks
b) 3 months
c) 6 months
d) 1 year
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3. It is observed that 66-85% of the 20 years shrinkage occurs in _____
a) 2 weeks
b) 3 months
c) 6 months
d) 1 year
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4. If the concrete is placed in 100% relative humidity for a length of time then there WON’T be any shrinkage.
a) True
b) False
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5. The magnitude of autogenous shrinkage is ________
a) .001
b) .0001
c) .01
d) .1
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6. From the below figure, what is A here?

a) Grave
b) Sand stone
c) Quartz
d) Granite
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7. From the below figure, what is B here?

a) Grave
b) Sand stone
c) Quartz
d) Granite
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8. From the below figure, what is C here?

a) Grave
b) Sand stone
c) Quartz
d) Granite
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9. Which aggregates have high shrinkage?
a) Grave
b) Sand stone
c) Quartz
d) Granite
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10. Which aggregates have low shrinkage?
a) Grave
b) Sand stone
c) Quartz
d) Granite
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