What are the tests carried out on aggregates?

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Tests carried out on aggregates

Sieve analysis to determine particle size distribution
Water absorption test to measure the porosity of aggregates
Aggregate crushing value test to measure the strength of aggregates
Los Angeles abrasion test to measure the resistance to wear and tear
Soundness test to measure the resistance to weathering
Alkali-silica reaction test to determine the potential for harmful chemical reaction
Organic impurities test to detect the presence of organic matter

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sieve analysis, water absorption, specific gravity, AIV , Aggregate Crushing value test, silt content etc

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For building works ( specific gravity, water absorption, sieve analysis test has been done generally except road work

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Various Tests on Aggregates are done to test the quality of aggregates such as aggregate abrasion test, flakiness index test, aggregate crushing test, aggregate impact test, elongation index test, etc.

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sieve analysis, water absorption, specific gravity, AIV ,10% fine value, Aggregate Crushing value test, silt content etc

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Flakyness and Elongation test

What are the tests carried out on aggregates?

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