Concrete: Foundations For Success

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What is the purpose of a building's foundation?

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To give it a solid base and keep it from sinking or toppling over

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What does a 'concrete form' do?

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Keeps wet concrete contained in a specific location

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What is the base of a building called?

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foundation

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What is the purpose of a 'footing'?

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Supports the building's foundation

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How are 'batterboards' used in the process of building a foundation?

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They help locate the building lines, determine the height or elevation of the foundation wall, and determine the depth of the footing.

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Why does concrete need to stay wet while it cures?

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So it does not start to cure too fast

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Why is 'welded wire' or 'wire mesh' added to concrete?

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It adds tensile strength to the concrete.

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Concrete is used in construction because it is....

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It is very durable and provides a solid material to work with