Page 27 - CONCRETE MATERIALS AND MIXTURE

1.1.3 Water

• Key ingredient for concrete to cause hydration of

cement.

• Only right amount of water used would produce a

strong and dense concrete.

• Quality and quantity of water influence the

strength of concrete.

• The water cement ratio influenced by:

a. The grade of concrete

b. The nature and type of aggregates

c. Workability

d. Durability