Question

What does RCC stand for?
(a). Reinforced Cement Concrete
(b). Reinforced Concrete Cement
(c). Reinforced Carbon Cement
(d). Reinforced Core Cement

Answer 1

Hint: It is a combination of concrete and steel which is used as a building material. It is a combination of ordinary concrete with the reinforcement to increase its compressive and tensile strength to a great extent.

Complete answer:
1. RCC stands for Reinforced Cement Concrete.
2. A mixture of cement, coarse aggregate and fine aggregate is called a plain cement concrete but when it is reinforced with steel bars, which is also known as rebars or reinforcement bars , it is said Reinforced Cement Concrete.
3. The main structural components of buildings like beams, slabs, foundations and columns are made up of RCC. The main usage of this cement is to provide the maximum tensile strength, compressive loads and shear forces. It is used in storage structures like water tanks, dams, tunnels etc. It is used to build heavy structures like bridges, sky scrapers, towers, walls etc.
Additional Information:
1. The reason why steel is the most compatible reinforcement material is due to the fact that:
2. Concrete is alkaline in nature due to the presence of principal component calcium hydroxide which prevents rusting of steel used within it.
3. The coefficient of thermal expansion of concrete is almost identical with that of steel.
The bond or ‘grip’ between the steel and concrete is established easily.

Note: RCC full form is Reinforced Cement Concrete. It should be remembered that cement comes before concrete. The first two options are similar but the option (A) is correct. Please try not to scramble the words- Cement and Concrete.