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General Knowledge · Q901

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 901

Q901

Cement is usually a mixture of :

A.
Calcium silicate and calcium aluminate
Answer
B.
Calcium silicate and calcium ferrate
C.
Calcium aluminate and calcium ferrate
D.
Lime stone and silicon dioxide

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Portland cement is the most common type of cement in general use around the world because it is a basic ingredient of concrete, mortar, stucco and most nonspecialty grout. It usually originates from limestone. It is a fine powder produced by grinding Portland cement clinker (more than 90%), a limited amount of calcium sulfate (which controls the set time) and up to 5% minor constituents. Portland cement clinker is a hydraulic material which shall consist of at least two-thirds by mass of calcium silicates, the remainder consisting of aluminium- and iron-containing clinker phases and other compounds.