Evaluate the properties of the portland cement

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1. When producing a certain type of portland cement it is important that the oxide composition remains uniform. Why?

2. In regard to sulfate resistance and rate of strength development, evaluate the properties of the portland cement which has the following chemical analysis: SiO₂ = 20.9 percent; Al₂O₃ = 5.4 percent; Fe₂O₃ = 3.6 percent; CaO = 65.1 percent; MgO = 1.8 percent; and SO₂ = 2.1 percent.

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