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Discussion Forum : UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Section 7 (Q.No. 12)
UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions
12.
Why is lime added to cement slurry for the topcoat of plastering ?
To improve the strength of plaster
To stiffen the plaster
To smoothen the plaster for ease of spread
To make the plaster non-shrinkable
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Abhishek Thakur said:   4 years ago
D is correct answer because lime prevents shrinkage and in bricks it act as a flux (to melt silica).
Rahul verma said:   3 years ago
Lime impart plasticity and improve the workability of concrete.

So, option C is correct.
Shashikanth said:   6 years ago
The answer must be C. Because like use to improve plasticity, not strength.
Added said:   7 years ago
According to SSC 2017, D is the correct answer.
Abdul Rasool said:   1 year ago
As per my knowledge, Option D is correct.
Girish Gange said:   4 years ago
Option D is right. I too agree.
Ratnesh said:   7 years ago
I think Option 'C' is correct.
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