We shape building, Therefore they shape us” ~Winston Churchill As cement is one of the common materials used in construction works, it plays a vital role when it comes to deciding the quality of cement used. The type of cement completely depends upon the strength and durability of the structure. The housing sector is the largest consumer of cement in India. India uses 65% of cement and also is the 2nd largest producer of cement all over the world. Due to the growing need for the conservation of water, we need to take care of the amount of water used for mixing and curing the cement. While selecting the type of cement we must consider the following : 1. Type of the project 2. Location of the project 3. Suitable source of water for curing TYPES OF CEMENT : 1.OPC (Ordinary Portland Cement) OPC has been the most common type of cement used for years due to its abundance and low production cost. OPC is produced by grinding limestone and secondary materials to fine powder. OPC usuall
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