Is density a good indicator of air content?

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Is density a good indicator of air content?

Q. Is density a good indicator of air content?

 

A. Yes. Density tests on freshly mixed concrete provide information on the level of air content (ASTM C138). Because air content has a large effect on the properties of concrete, density tests provide additional useful information to the air meter measurements.

 

References: SP-1(02); ASTM C138

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