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Conventional concrete has a density of about 2100–2500 kg/m³, whereas light weight concrete typically falls within which density range?

A300 to 1850 kg/m³
B50 to 250 kg/m³
C1950 to 2200 kg/m³
D2600 to 3500 kg/m³
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 300 to 1850 kg/m³
1. Density is the defining property that separates light weight from conventional concrete. 2. Conventional concrete sits in the 2100–2500 kg/m³ band, dominating dead load on a structure. 3. Light weight concrete is engineered to occupy 300–1850 kg/m³, reducing foundation loads. 4. The lower density brings lower thermal conductivity and reduced air conditioning load. 5. 2600 kg/m³ and above would describe high density radiation shielding concrete, not light weight. _Source: IGNOU Concrete Technology, Unit 11 "Special Concrete" (Light Weight, Aerated, No-Fines, High Density, Fibre Reinforced, Polymer Concrete)._
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