Civil Engineering - Building Materials - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Building Materials - Section 5 (Q.No. 8)
8.
Sea sand used in structures causes
dampness
efflorescence
disintegration
All of these.
Answer: Option
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Discussion:
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Hariprem said:   8 years ago
What is meant by efflorescence?

Raj said:   8 years ago
Efflorescence is the white powdery substance on the surfaces of unsealed concrete and the white blush seen with sealed floors. Efflorescence is caused by vapor migrating through the slab bringing soluble salts to the surface of the concrete.

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