Coarse aggregate constitutes the biggest part of concrete. It is desirable that aggregates are of desired properties. Two shape tests namely Elongation Index Test and Flakiness Index Test are used for selection…
Category: Concrete Technology
Concrete is the most commonly used material in the construction of any structure. Concrete is made by mixing coarse cement, fine aggregate and coarse aggregate with water. On mixing, above all constitutes, fresh concrete liberates heat which is known as heat of hydration.