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1.1.3.1 Behavior of water in concrete

mixture

• Role of water in concrete mixture:

a. To enable hydration process

b. To lubricate the concrete mixture (gravel, sand and
cement) in order to facilitate placing

c. To wash aggregates

d. For curing process

• Potable water can be used in concrete mixing without

testing its quality.

• Natural water can be used will depend on the fitness of

water without prior treatment.

• Specification for test on water for making concrete can

be obtained in BS 3148:1959 or MS 7.3:1971