What is the purpose of adding gypsum to cement ? (A) To facilitate the hydration of cement (B) To speed up the process of setting (C) To give a hard mass (D) To slow down the process of setting

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What is the purpose of adding gypsum to cement ?

(A) To facilitate the hydration of cement
(B) To speed up the process of setting
(C) To give a hard mass
(D) To slow down the process of setting

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: D. The purpose of adding Gypsum is only to slow down the process of setting of the cement.

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