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Uses of Bricks
Bricks are used in the following civil works: (i) As building blocks. (ii) For lining of ovens, furnaces and chimneys.…
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Classification of Bricks
The bricks used in construction are classified as: (i) First class bricks (ii) Second class bricks (iii) Third class bricks…
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Tests on Bricks
The following laboratory tests may be conducted on the bricks to find their suitability: (i) Crushing strength (ii) Absorption (iii)…
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Properties of Bricks
The following are the required properties of good bricks: (i) Colour: Colour should be uniform and bright. (ii) Shape: Bricks…
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BRICKS
Brick is obtained by moulding good clay into a block, which is dried and then burnt. This is the oldest…
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Common Building Stones
The following are the some of commonly used stones: (i) Basalt and trap (ii) Granite (iii) Sandstone (iv) Slate (v) Laterite (vi)…
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Uses of Stones
Stones are used in the following civil engineering constructions: (i) Stone masonry is used for the construction of foundations, walls, columns…
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Tests on Stones
To certain the required properties of stones, the following tests can be conducted: (i) crushing strength test (ii) water absorption test (iii) abrasion test (iv) impact test (v) acid test.…
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Requirements of Good Building Stones
The following are the requirements of good building stones: (i) Strength: The stone should be able to resist the load…
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STONES
Stone is a ‘naturally available building material’ which has been used from the early age of civilization.It is available in the form…