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Quiz 25: Masonry Materials-II Concrete Masonry Units, Natural Stone, and Glass Masonry Units
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Question 61
Essay
Explain why granite is the most durable of all building stones. Where would you recommend the use of granite?
Question 62
Short Answer
Which are the most commonly used natural stones in buildings?
Question 63
Essay
Explain why CMUs are generally face- shell mortared. In which situations is full- bed mortaring of CMUs used?
Question 64
Essay
To which rock (igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic)do the following stones belong: granite, limestone, marble, and sandstone?
Question 65
Essay
Explain the purpose of joint reinforcement in CMU walls. Sketch a typical joint reinforcement used in CMU walls.
Question 66
Essay
What is masonry grout and why is it needed?
Question 67
Essay
Why is granite the preferred stone for kitchen counter tops?
Question 68
Short Answer
Name the three rocks available on the earth's surface.
Question 69
Essay
What is the difference between low- lift grouting and high- lift routing?
Question 70
Essay
Explain the differences between lightweight and normal- weight CMUs, including their uses.
Question 71
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What measures are used to respond to the shrinkage of CMU walls?
Question 72
Essay
With the help of sketches, explain why a running- bond wall has higher horizontal bending strength than a stack- bond wall, whereas the vertical bending strength of both walls is equal.