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JNTU B.Tech II BUILDING MATERIALS CONSTRUCTION AND PLANNING Previous Question Paper (April/May - 2023 - R13)
Note: i) Question paper consists of Part A, Part B. ii) Part A is compulsory, which carries 25 marks. In Part A, Answer all questions. iii) In Part B, Answer any one question from each unit. Each question carries 10 marks and may have a, b as sub questions.
PART - A
Why timber as building material is better than other available building material?
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Timber is a renewable, eco-friendly material with a high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent thermal and electrical insulation properties, and ease of workability. Its natural aesthetic appeal and ability to be easily shaped or joined make it superior for various structural and decorative applications.
List out the characteristics of good tiles.
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- Uniform shape, size, and sharp, straight edges.
- High durability and resistance to abrasion and impact.
- Low water absorption and resistance to chemical action.
- Free from cracks, flaws, and warping.
- Uniform color and non-slippery surface texture.
Write the purpose of Gypsum.
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List out various types of cements and their properties.
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What are the different types of floors?
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What are different damp proofing and water proofing materials?
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What is distempering?
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Write the purpose of Scaffoldings.
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List out the factors to be considered in selecting a good site for residential buildings.
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Write the necessity of building bye-laws.
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PART - B
Explain with a neat sketch one method of burning bricks in a kiln.
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Explain the field tests conducted on stones.
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Explain any five types of tests conducted on bricks in the laboratory to ascertain their qualities.
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Explain the structure of timber and its parts with neat sketch.
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Describe different constituents and their functions in ordinary Portland cement.
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What is hydration of cement? What is initial and final setting time of cement?
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What are admixtures and explain its types and mention their uses?
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Write the dry and wet process in manufacture of cement.
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Summarize the classification of stairs and their requirements. Explain R.C.C. Staircase.
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What are lintels, arches, and explain different types of floors and their uses?
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Draw the Queen post truss and mention the parts.
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What is Acoustics? Write the characteristics of Acoustics.
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Explain the brick masonry, stone masonry its types and bonds.
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Write about the classification of Lime.
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How distemper application is more economical as compare with other types of paint?
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What is shoring and Underpinning?
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What is building planning?
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What are the principles of Building Planning?
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Briefly explain the principles of building bye-laws.
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Explain the classification of buildings.
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