What is the ideal temperature for the formation of each phase in cement/concrete hydration reaction?

21 April 2020 0 4K Report

Many phases are formed during cement hydration. Each phase must be having its own ideal temperature for formation. What is the ideal one for each phase? Ettringites, CSH etc?

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