1. Cement – Production and Composition

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name one raw material used in cement production.

   Hint

   Think about the ingredient list for making cement.

2. 2.

   What does OPC stand for?

   Hint

   It's the standard type of cement used.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of cement in construction?

   • Insulation
   • Binding
   • Decoration

   Hint

   What does cement do to concrete?

4. 4.

   True or False: Gypsum is used to speed up the hydration of cement.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how long it takes for cement to set.

5. 5.

   How would the absence of gypsum affect the setting time of cement?

   Hint

   Think about what happens when you mix cement with water.

6. 6.

   Describe how variations in the sulfur trioxide content in cement can affect its performance.

   Hint

   Consider how too much salt can ruin a dish!