Efflorescence control in geopolymer binders based on natural pozzolan
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Abstract This paper addresses methods to reduce efflorescence in a geopolymer binder based on a pumice-type natural pozzolanic material from Taftan, Iran. Geopolymer pastes samples are analyzed for compressive strength and efflorescence formation after curing at 95% humidity for 28 days. To reduce the extent of efflorescence, Al-rich mineral admixtures such as metakaolin, ground granulated blast-furnace slag, and three types of calcium aluminate cements are incorporated into the dry binder at a range of concentrations. Hydrothermal curing at elevated temperatures also shows a positive effect in efflorescence reduction. Calcium aluminate cements show the greatest effect in efflorescence reduction, which is attributed to their dissolution in alkaline media releasing high amounts of alumina into the aluminosilicate geopolymer gel. These results confirm that it is possible to develop a more reliable geopolymer binder with improved properties either by adding a suitable amount of active alumina to precursors such as natural pozzolan, or by manipulating the curing conditions to enhance alumina release from less-reactive precursor phases.
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OpenAlex topics: Concrete and Cement Materials Research · Magnesium Oxide Properties and Applications · Innovative concrete reinforcement materials
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