Application of a-SiO2 Rich Additives in Cement Paste

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The effect of a-SiO2 of various origin on the properties of cement paste with incorporated different silica containing materials is experimentally studied in the paper. For the applied a-SiO2 materials, basic physical and chemical properties are accessed, together with their chemical composition. Amount of amorphous phase of SiO2 in particular siliceous materials is determined using XRD analysis. Matrix density, bulk density, total open porosity, compressive and bending strength are measured for all developed pastes with incorporated a-SiO2 containing materials, together with initial and final setting time of fresh mixtures. The obtained data give evidence on a high and fast reaction activity of tested siliceous materials which results in a significant improvement of porosity and mechanical strength of a-SiO2 modified cement pastes.

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