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The Average Loss of Aggregate Weight After 5 Cycles Test
Generally assumed that the average loss of weight after 5 cycles will not surpass the following :
a) For fine aggregate
- 10 per cent when tested with sodium sulphate (Na2SO4), and
- 15 per cent, when tested with magnesium sulphate (MgSO4), tested with magnesium.
b) For coarse aggregate
- 12 per cent when tested with sodium sulphate (Na2SO4), and
- 18 per cent when tested with magnesium sulphate (MgSO4).
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Function of Fine and Coarse Aggregate in Concrete
