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If the cement has exposed to extreme moisture content then, the specific
gravity of cement will differ because of the moisture content present in the
pores.
Every material has solid particles and pores which may contain water in it.
Normally our nominal mix design is based on the value of specific gravity of
cement as 3.15. The value will change over time if the cement is exposed to
various weather conditions. So it is essential to determine the specific gravity
of cement before using it.
This is why we are insisted on avoiding old stock cement, which may be
affected by the external moisture content.
Significance of specific gravity of cement
As already said, the cement may contain lots of moisture content if it is
exposed to various conditions and humidity.
Object:
To find specific gravity of cement value
Kerosene
Test Procedure:
1. The Flask should be free from the liquid that means it should be fully dry.
Weigh the empty flask(W1)
2. Fill the cement on the bottle up to half of the flask (about 50gm) and
weigh with its stopper (W2)
3. Add Kerosene to the cement up to the top of the bottle. Mix well to
remove the air bubbles in it. Weigh the flask with cement and kerosene
(W3)
4. Empty the flask. Fill the bottle with kerosene up to the top and weigh the
flask (W4)
Calculation:
Specific Gravity,
Specific gravity of kerosene is 0.79 g/cc
Note:
The error value will be acceptable 0.01.
The practical will be done within 30 C temperature.