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Portland Cement
A special synthetic blend of limestone and clay used to make concrete which is generally believed to be stronger, more durable, and more consistent than concrete made from natural cement. It is a hydraulic cement consisting of finely pulverised compounds of silica, lime, and alumina. (ASTM C 150)
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