Highest percentage component present in cement ?
Lime
Lime percentage in cement
62-65%
2nd highest component in cement
Silica
Percentage of silica in cement
17-25%
What is the function of lime in cement
Imparts strength and soundness
What happens when lime is deficient in cement
Quick setting
Reduced strength
What happens when lime is present in excess in cement
Unsoundness causing it to
Expand and disintegrate
Alumina in cement imparts which property
Quick setting time
Excess alumina in cement causes
Weakens the cement
Reduce clinkering temperature
Calcium sulphate is present in which form in cement
Gypsum
Function of gypsum in cement
Increases initial setting time