masonry cement
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Masonry cement is a specially prepared cement used for the mortar in brick and block masonry. It is typically a mixture of portland cement and a filler like ground limestone, often with an air-entraining agent or water-repellent additive.12
Portland cement, the most common type, is a finely ground powder made from burning and grinding limestone and clay or shale. When mixed with water, it undergoes a chemical reaction called hydration, causing it to harden and gain strength. Cements are primarily used in mortar and concrete, which are essential building materials for bonding bricks, stones, and blocks, as well as for various construction purposes like roads and dams.3456
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