Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
A good brick when immersed in a water bath for 24 hours should not absorb more than
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Choose the correct answer
A
20% of its dry weight
B
30% of its dry weight
C
10% of its dry weight
D
15% of its dry weight
Correct Answer
A. 20% of its dry weight
Why is this the answer?
According to IS 1077, a first-class brick should not absorb more than 20% of its dry weight after 24 hours of immersion in cold water.
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