Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
The primary reason for using surkhi in lime mortar is to provide
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Choose the correct answer
A
rapid corrosion of reinforcement
B
thermal insulation only
C
pozzolanic action
D
colour only
Correct Answer
C. pozzolanic action
Why is this the answer?
Surkhi is a burnt clay pozzolana that reacts with lime and improves hydraulic properties.
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