Chapter 3 Building Construction Flashcards
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What is cement made of?
A
Mixture of portland cement, water, and aggregates
1
Q
Building Codes, Fire Codes, and Plumbing and Electrical Codes are all forms of what?
A
Construction Regulations
2
Q
At what temperature does structural steel fail?
A
1000 - 1100 degrees F
3
Q
What temperature does cold-drawn steel fail?
A
800 degrees F
4
Q
Construction of cables used to brace failing buildings or as tendons in tensioned concrete
A
Cold-drawn steel
-used in post and pre tension concrete
5
Q
What is a fireproofing agent for steel?
A
Asbestos
6
Q
What are some forms of “alternative” organic materials used in construction?
A
Straw, bamboo, mushroom fiber
