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Cement
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- 1What is cement?Cement is a powder material with adhesive and cohesive properties, which consists of calcium oxide, silica , alumina , iron oxide (CSAI) and other elements, and is used as a binding agent in concrete.
- 2What is the most commonly used type of cement?Portland cement
- 3Main raw materials for the manufacturing of portland cement1. Calcareous Material - usually limestone, chalk or marl.
2. Argillaceous Material (silica) – such as clay or shale.
Usually mixed 1pt Arg. Material to 2pts parts Cal. Material. - 4Methods of Manufacturing Portland cementDry Process & Wet Process
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- CIV 1101/1102 (Cement) Flashcards on Cement, created by Ama Adams on 30/09/2016.
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