Cement Hydration: Part 1

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Explores the importance of grinding cement to increase reactivity and compares intergrinding with separate grinding methods.

Explores the fundamentals of concrete performance and durability to prevent tragedies.

Explores the reasons behind the widespread use of 'Portland' cement in construction and its environmental impact.

Covers the replacement of Portland cement with various materials to improve concrete performance and reduce porosity.

Explores adjustments in LC³ cement composition, focusing on alumina, sulphates, and alkalis, and their impact on strength and ASR.

Delves into the kinetics of cement hydration, discussing heat evolution, nucleation, growth, and diffusion processes.

Discusses concrete corrosion, freeze-thaw impact, alkali reaction, and acid attacks.

Explores the impact of sulphates and alkalis on LC³ cement composition and the prevention of alkali silica reaction.

Explores the cement manufacturing process, quality control, grinding, and types of cement.

Discusses the impact of cations and pH on chloride binding in cementitious materials.