Uses of Cement in Construction - Chapter 4
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In what type of work is cement mortar commonly used?

  • Metal welding
  • Glass cutting
  • Masonry work and plaster (correct)
  • Woodwork
  • What is an example of an important engineering structure mentioned in the text?

  • Curtain rods
  • Storage cupboards
  • Bedroom lamps
  • Bridges and culverts (correct)
  • What is one of the uses of cement mentioned in the text?

  • Manufacturing fabric for clothing
  • Creation of musical instruments
  • Construction of water tanks and wells (correct)
  • Production of electronic devices
  • For what purpose is concrete commonly used according to the text?

    <p>Laying floors, roofs, and constructing various elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of items are mentioned in the text as being manufactured using cement?

    <p>Garden seats, urns, flowerpots, and dustbins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of lime in cement?

    <p>Imparts strength to cement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of silica in cement?

    <p>Imparts quick setting property to cement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does excess alumina in cement do?

    <p>Weakens the cement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of calcium sulphate (gypsum) in cement?

    <p>Increases the initial setting time of cement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between natural cement (Roman Cement) and artificial cement?

    <p>Natural cement has limited use due to its strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

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