Question: Which of the following compounds is responsible for the first 7 days strength of cement?
A C
2S (Dicalcium Silicate)
B C
3A (Tricalcium Aluminate)
C C
4AF (Tetracalcium Aluminoferrite)
D C
3S (Tricalcium Silicate)
Answer: C3S (Tricalcium Silicate)
Name of compound |
Description |
C3S (Tricalcium Silicate) |
Mainly responsible for the early strength developed in the first week of hardening. |
C2S (Dicalcium Silicate) |
Contributes to strength development, but its effect becomes more pronounced in later stages, beyond the first week. |
C3A (Tricalcium Aluminate) |
Plays a role in early strength but is also responsible for the heat of hydration. |
C4AF (Tetracalcium Aluminoferrite) |
Contributes to early strength, although it’s less significant than C3S. |
Alumina and Iron Compounds |
Present in lesser amounts and make little direct contribution. |