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Q: Vicat's apparatus is used for-
  • A. Determination of Normal Consistency of cement
  • B. Determination of Setting times of cement
  • C. Both of the above
  • D. None of the above
Correct Answer: Option C - Vicat apparatus– The standard consistency of cement paste test is carried out by the vicat apparatus having a weight of plunger 300 g, diameter and length are 10 mm and 50 mm respectively to penetrate to a depth of 33 to 35 mm from the top of the mould. Mould which is 40 mm deep and 80 mm in diameter. Vicat's apparatus is used for– • Determination of Normal Consistency of cement. • Determination of Setting times of cement.
C. Vicat apparatus– The standard consistency of cement paste test is carried out by the vicat apparatus having a weight of plunger 300 g, diameter and length are 10 mm and 50 mm respectively to penetrate to a depth of 33 to 35 mm from the top of the mould. Mould which is 40 mm deep and 80 mm in diameter. Vicat's apparatus is used for– • Determination of Normal Consistency of cement. • Determination of Setting times of cement.

Explanations:

Vicat apparatus– The standard consistency of cement paste test is carried out by the vicat apparatus having a weight of plunger 300 g, diameter and length are 10 mm and 50 mm respectively to penetrate to a depth of 33 to 35 mm from the top of the mould. Mould which is 40 mm deep and 80 mm in diameter. Vicat's apparatus is used for– • Determination of Normal Consistency of cement. • Determination of Setting times of cement.