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Introduction
Size Classification
Shape and Texture Classification
Mechanical Properties
Physical Properties
Sieve Analysis & Grading Curve
Chapter 3: Normal Aggregate
Fineness Modulus
Maximum Aggregate Size
Practical Grading
Gap-Graded Aggregate
Grading Requirements
Introduction
Aggregate affects:
1) The strength of concrete
2) The durability
3) The structural performance
Table 3.2:
Particle Shape
Classification
of Aggregates
(BS 812: Part
1:1975)
Shape & Texture Classification
Table 3.3:
Surface Texture
Classification of
Aggregates (BS
812: Part 1: 1975)
Shape & Texture Classification
Flakiness index:
Elongation index:
Table 3.7:
Example of
Sieve Analysis
Grading
Curve
Figure 3.2:
Example of a
grading curve
(see Table 3.7)
Fineness Modulus (FM)