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Within a high-rise concrete support column, which risk increases when rapid hydration occurs?

A)Decreased long-term compressive strength
B)Increased shear stress resistance
C)Minimized creep deformation effects
D)Enhanced freeze-thaw durability

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Excessive heat induces ettringite formation through internal sulfate attack; this expansion weakens the binder through delayed 'Delayed Ettringite Formation' (DEF). Therefore, the compressive strength decreases, rather than the alternatives involving shear stress; DEF impacts compressive, but not shear, strength.

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