Q. For concrete exposed to dry conditions, the minimum curing period is:
Solution:
- Curing is the process of maintaining satisfactory temperature and moisture conditions in concrete long enough for hydration to develop the desired concrete properties.
- The potential strength and durability of concrete will be fully developed only if concrete is properly cured.
- For concrete exposed to dry conditions, the minimum curing period is 10 days.
- It is recommended that above minimum periods may be extended to 14 days where mineral admixtures or blended cements are used in the concrete.
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