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Discussion Forum : Concrete Technology - Section 5 (Q.No. 14)

Concrete Technology

14.

Di-calcium silicate (C₂S)

hydrates rapidly

generates less heat of hydration

hardens rapidly

provides less ultimate strength to cement

has less resistance to sulphate attack.

Answer: Option

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Abdul latif said: 6 years ago

C2S contributes in the ultimate strength of concrete.

Jayprakash said: 6 years ago

Because the %of C2S in opc very low then water react and produce low heat by low hydration.

Abrar ahmad said: 7 years ago

The correct Option should be (d).

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