Types of concrete cracking Here are some types of cracks in reinforced concrete: 1. Plastic shrinkage cracks: These cracks are often shallow, irregular. They occur when the concrete is still in its plastic state and is drying too quickly. 2. Drying shrinkage cracks: These are hairline cracks that run parallel to each other and can occur anywhere in the concrete as it dries and shrinks. 3. Thermal cracks: This type of cracks is caused by temperature changes in the concrete. Extreme heat or cold can cause the concrete to expand or contract, resulting in cracks. 4, Settlement cracking: These occur when the soil beneath the concrete settles or shifts, causing the concrete to crack and become uneven. 5, Structural cracks: These are cracks that occur due to overloading er inadequate design or poor materials or poor construction, in this case the applied loads exceed the capacity of the concrete to resist. Structural cracks typically exceed 0.3 mm, and may continue to widen over time. Structural cracks may include: Shear cracks Flexural cracks, Shear/flexural cracks, Torsion cracks. 6. Corrosion cracks: These are cracks caused by expansion of the reinforcement steel inside the concrete due to corrosion. 7. Cracks due to Alkali-aggregate reaction (AAR): This is a chemical reaction that occurs between the alkaline cement paste and certain types of aggregates in the concrete, resulting in 3 gel-like substance that can cause expansion and cracking over time. AAR can include alkali-silica reaction (ASR) and alkali-carbonate reaction (ACR). —