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It is used so the cement can bond with another substance or else it will be to weak
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What is more stronger pure cement or cement mix with sand?
The sand and stone adds a binding quality to the cement making the concrete or plaster stronger than pure cement.
Can sharp sand can it be used with cement?
yes, no problem
Four shovels of sand are used for every 5 shovels of gravel in making cement How many shovels of gravel are needed for 64 shovels of sand?
If you wish to get cement it's better to buy it bagged. If you wish to make concrete using the ratio suggested there would be 64 sand to 80 of gravel.
What is sand cement grit ratio for making M30 paver blocks?
1:1.5:3
How does the ratio of sand to cement affect the strength of concrete?
Well, if you have a ratio of cement, water and sand that is about 1:1:2, it can make it stronger. However, add any more sand to that, and the concrete can become brittle, making it weak and easy to break.
What are the materials used for making cement?
sand, water, and chocolate
What Sedimentary rock is used in cement?
The sedimentary rock that is used in making cement is limestone. Cement, which is used in making concrete, is a mixture of marl and lime.
What is more stronger pure cement or cement mix with sand?
The sand and stone adds a binding quality to the cement making the concrete or plaster stronger than pure cement.
Why is plasticsiser used in bricklaying?
It is use to make the mortar more usable, by making mirco bubbles in the sand and cement.
How is cement used in concrete?
Cement, sand and stone is what concrete is made of. Cement is the binding agent.
How are clay and sand used to make buildings?
Clay makes bricks. Sand is used in cement.
Can sharp sand can it be used with cement?
yes, no problem
Four shovels of sand are used for every 5 shovels of gravel in making cement How many shovels of gravel are needed for 64 shovels of sand?
If you wish to get cement it's better to buy it bagged. If you wish to make concrete using the ratio suggested there would be 64 sand to 80 of gravel.
What are the main functions of Portland cement?
It serves as the binder for sand and gravel when making concrete.
What materials were used in making the Donghai bridge?
The donghai bridge was made with your mom
What types of resources were used to build the pyramids?
They used Clay,Cement,and Sand....
What is sand cement grit ratio for making M30 paver blocks?
1:1.5:3
