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Minimum steel percentage in RCC columns is 0.8% of the gross cross-sectional area.

It ensures adequate strength and prevents sudden brittle failure.

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Camber is the transverse slope provided on a road surface.

It helps in quick drainage of rainwater from the roadway.

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A slip road connects highways with commercial or service areas for entry and exit.

It helps in smooth traffic movement without disturbing main highway flow.

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Organic soils have high compressibility and low bearing capacity.

They undergo excessive settlement, making them unsuitable for foundations.

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Blast furnace slag cement is resistant to sulfate attack and seawater corrosion.

Ideal for marine structures and underwater concreting.

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Poker vibrator is an internal vibrator used to compact concrete.

It is inserted directly into the concrete to remove air bubbles and ensure density.

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• The standard height of a slump cone is 30 cm (12 inches)
• Used for testing the workability of concrete
• Height of a slump cone  is Also known as the Abrams cone
• Bottom Diameter: 20 cm (8 inches)
• Top Diameter: 10 cm (4 inches)

Last updated question by NA on 12-JUNE-2026

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Batching is the process of measuring concrete ingredients (cement, sand, aggregates, water).

Ensures correct mix proportions for desired concrete strength and quality.

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1 mile = 1,609.34 meters = 160,934 cm.

Used in unit conversions for distance measurements.

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Creep is the gradual increase in strain of a material under a sustained load.

Common in concrete and metals under long-term loading conditions.