concrete

Glossary

acceleration

1. The rate of change of the velocity of a moving body. 2. The rate of change, esp. the quickening of the

Glossary

absolute volume

1. Of a granular material, the total volume of the particles, including the permeable and impermeable voids, but excluding the spaces between the

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Glossary

Abrams law

A statement applying to given concrete materials and conditions of test: For a mixture of workable consistency, the strength of concrete provided by

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Glossary

Concrete

The mixture of Portland {cement}, sand, gravel, and water. Used to make garage and basement floors, sidewalks, patios, foundation walls,

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