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Effect of W/C Ratio on Strength

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Abram's law formulated an equation in 1919 which states that the strength of concrete varies inversely with the water/cement ratio. Which of the following conditions needs to be satisfied for this law to be applicable?

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Cement should of good quality

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Water should be clean

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Compaction should be carried out with needle vibrators

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Chemical admixtures must be used

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Solution

The correct option is C Compaction should be carried out with needle vibrators
Abram law stated that compressive strength of hardened (fully compacted ) concrete is inversely proportional to the water - cement ratio, provided that the mix is of workable consistency.

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