Effects of Borax, Sucrose, and Citric Acid on the Setting Time and Mechanical Properties of Alkali-Activated Slag

The setting time of alkali-activated slag (AAS) binders is extremely short, while traditional retarders of Portland cement may be invalid for AAS. To find an effective retarder with a less negative impact on strength, borax (B), sucrose (S), and citric acid (CA) were selected as potential retarders....

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Main Authors: Peiqing Li, Deyong Chen, Zhirong Jia, Yilin Li, Shuaijun Li, Bin Yu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-04-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/16/8/3010