Pozzolan
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pozzolan is a noun meaning Any material which, when combined with calcium hydroxide, exhibits cementitious properties; often used as an extender with Portland cements.
Meaning
Any material which, when combined with calcium hydroxide, exhibits cementitious properties; often used as an extender with Portland cements.
Example Sentences
Both are what are called pozzolans, reactive materials that help make the concrete stronger.
Word Forms
- pozzolans
- pozzolana
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cements, pozzolona, pozzolana, pozzuolana, puzzolan, puzzolana.
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