Why silt is harmfull for concrete?

AnswerBot
1y

Silt is harmful for concrete as it reduces its strength and durability.

  • Silt particles are fine and can fill the voids in concrete, reducing its strength.

  • Silt can increase the water demand of concrete,...read more

Naveen Guleria
1y

Because if the silt content increase bonding between the ingredients decrease, strength decrease also cracks are developed.

Danel Gashaw
1y

Decease the concrete strength

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