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Experimental Evaluation of Self-Compacting Concrete Incorporating Bentonite Clay and Marble Dust as Sustainable Additives

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This study investigates the mechanical and durability properties of Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC) incorporating bentonite clay and marble dust as partial cement replacements. Bentonite clay, a natural pozzolanic material sourced from Jehengirah (Swabi district), was evaluated for its physical properties, including specific gravity, setting time, and soundness. Results indicate that bentonite has a lower specific gravity and shorter initial setting time compared to Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), though the final setting time remains similar. A total of nine SCC mix designs were prepared, replacing cement with up to 20% marble dust and 20% bentonite clay by weight. The study focuses on assessing compressive strength, split tensile strength, and durability characteristics compared to conventional SCC. Findings reveal that exceeding 20% cement replacement with pozzolanic materials leads to a notable reduction in compressive strength. However, while the modulus of rupture at 28 days is lower than conventional concrete, the flexural strength relative to compressive strength shows improvement.

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Construction Technologies and Architecture (Volume 23)

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21-32

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https://doi.org/10.4028/p-WuOe07

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May 2026

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Muhammad Talha*, Muhammad Yaqub

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Acid Attack Test, Bentonite, Compressive Strength, Marble Dust, Ordinary Portland Cement, Self-Compacting Concrete, Split-Tensile Strength

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