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Table 1

Physical properties and chemical composition of Portland cement (CEM I 52.5R).

Physical properties

Properties Unit Value
Specific gravity g/cm3 3.15
Fineness cm2/g 4160
Water demand % 28.6
Compressive strength of cement at 28 days MPa > 50

Chemical composition (%)

C3S + C2S CaO/SiO2 MgO C3S C2S C3A C4AF Gypsum
79 3.1 0.8 66 13 8 8 4.8

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