Cement

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Cement: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Cement, Concrete, Mortar, Portland Cement, Reinforced Cement Concrete, Use of Cement, Setting of Cement, Uses of Concrete, Uses of Reinforced Cement Concrete and, Process of Cement Formation

Important Questions on Cement

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The setting time of Cement is increased by adding

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What is the purpose of adding gypsum to cement?

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The ratio of silica to alumina in cement is:

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Write the uses of cement.

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Which of the following is added to delay the setting time of cement?

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Reinforced cement concrete is made by _____.

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Reinforced cement concrete is a composite material by mixing _____ with cement.

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Reinforced cement concrete is a composite material prepared by mixing iron mesh with:

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Define reinforced cement concrete.

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Mortar is a paste of _____ and sand mixed with water.

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What is the use of mortar?

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Define mortar.

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Describe how concrete is prepared.

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The material used in the construction of floor, roof slabs, columns, and beams in residential and commercial structures:

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The raw material used in the manufacture of cement are:

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Which of the following is added to cement to regulate its setting rate?

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Nowadays, the roads are made of concrete due to:

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What is/are the material(s) used for construction nowadays?

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In curing cement plasters, water is sprinkled from time to time. This helps in

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Which of the following is incorrect?