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The main constituents of cement are :...

The main constituents of cement are :

A

calcium oxide, silicon dioxide, Aluminium oxide

B

calcium oxide, Iron oxide, Sulphur dioxide

C

magnesium oxide, Silicon dioxide, Aluminium oxide

D

none of these

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Main Constituents of Cement**: - The primary ingredient in cement is lime, which is chemically known as calcium oxide (CaO). 2. **List Other Key Components**: - In addition to lime, Portland Cement specifically includes silica (SiO2) and alumina (Al2O3) as significant constituents. 3. **Summarize the Main Constituents**: - Therefore, the main constituents of Portland Cement can be summarized as: - Calcium Oxide (CaO) - Silica (SiO2) - Alumina (Al2O3) 4. **Conclude the Answer**: - The main constituents of cement are lime (CaO), silica (SiO2), and alumina (Al2O3). **Final Answer**: The main constituents of cement are Calcium Oxide (CaO), Silica (SiO2), and Alumina (Al2O3). ---
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