(b) Aggregate is one of the main materials used in the production of concrete and its physical properties as well as the size distribution can affect the properties of fresh and hardened concrete. Discuss the influence of absorption and surface moisture conditions of mineral aggregate on fresh and hardened concrete properties.

(b) Aggregate is one of the main materials used in the production of concrete and its physical properties as well as the size distribution can affect the properties of fresh and hardened concrete. Discuss the influence of absorption and surface moisture conditions of mineral aggregate on fresh and hardened concrete properties.

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(b) Aggregate is one of the main materials used in the production of concrete
and its physical properties as well as the size distribution can affect the
properties of fresh and hardened concrete. Discuss the influence of absorption
and surface moisture conditions of mineral aggregate on fresh and hardened
concrete properties.

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