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Question

Gypsum is added to Portland cement to.

A

Fasten the process of setting

B

Slow down the process of setting

C

Improve the colour of the cement

D

Increase the melting point of cement.

Answer

Slow down the process of setting

Explanation

Solution

: Gypsum slows down the process of setting of the cement so that it gets sufficiently hardened.