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of hydration
By replacing Portland cement clinker by other main constituents, a decrease in the heat of hydration can be obtained (Figure 1). There is a strong correlation between the heat and strength development. This effect can be useful for e.g. mass concrete.
Figure 1: Strength development and heat of hydration of concrete using Portland cement CEM I and Blastfurnace cement CEM III/A © Copyright 2003 by ECOserve |
