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General Knowledge · Q871

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 871

Q871

Which substance is used to retard the setting action of cement?

A.
CaO
B.
Al2O3
C.
CaSO4.2H2O
Answer
D.
Na2O + K2O

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
CaSO4.2H2O (Gypsum) is added to cement clinker to retard setting action of cement.