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What is the purpose of adding gypsum to cement?
What is the purpose of adding gypsum to cement?
Updated On: Apr 23, 2024
- To give a hard mass
- To facilitate the hydration of cement
- To slow down the process of setting
- To speed up the process of setting
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The Correct Option is C
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The correct answer is(C): To slow down the process of setting
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