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Yes, concrete can shrink as it cures due to water evaporation and the reduction in volume of the cement paste. This shrinkage can lead to cracking if not managed properly through techniques like using proper mix design, curing methods, and expansion joints.

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Can concrete shrink after it is cured?

Once the moisture is out of the concrete and it is cured it should not shrink - it is however in a state of stress so make sure control joints are added to any large concrete areas that are poured and placed.


How do concrete gaps keep the concrete from cracking during the winter?

During winter when the concrete contracts/shrinks and there is no gap, then it will crack from the surface. So gaps are left in concrete such that it can shrink to a safe limit without cracking it.


What is the noun form of shrink?

The noun forms of the verb to shrink are shrinkage and the gerund, shrinking.Both 'shrinkage' and the gerund 'shrinking' are concrete nouns as a word for a physically measurable difference in size.The noun 'shrinkage' is an abstract noun as a word for an allowance made for reduction in the earnings or inventory of a business due to wastage or theft; a word for a concept.


What is the future tense of shrink?

Will shrink.


Do opals shrink?

No they do not shrink.


Is shrink an adjective?

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How long can water be out of an inground pool before any kind of damage occurs?

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What are three sentences for the word shrink?

Products come in shrink-wrap packaging.I had to shrink my jeans. Many older adults shrink by one to three inches as they lose height.


How do you use the word 'shrink' in a sentence?

It depends on which definition of "shrink" you're using. Shrink - to become smaller in size. - When the bread dehydrates it will shrink. Shrink - Another word for therapist (quack). - That shrink has a horrible practice. Hope this helped, Good luck!


How soon after pouring can you walk on concrete?

Usually 24 hours, depending on temperature and humidity. If it is excessively hot, you could walk on it sooner, and if it is cold or damp, you might want to give it a little longer. If it is hot, you might want to consider covering the concrete with plastic a couple of hours after finish, so that the moisture will not excape too rapidly, causing the concrete to shrink and crack. If you are going to put a lot of weight on the concrete, such as a car, wait at least a week, to be safe.


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What is the present tense of shrink?

I/you/we/they shrink. He/she/it shrinks.