Specific Gravity of Cement Test
The specific gravity of a material is the ratio of one Weight of Volume of material with another Weight of Volume of water. Simply put, we are comparing our Testing material like sand, cement, or aggregate with water at a specified temperature, and the volume of each is the same.
Density of Cement Test
Cement’s Specific Gravity can be determined by Le Chatelier's Flask method, according to the principle of Le Chatelier.
You have to apply the principle of Le Chatelier to check the density, it is necessary to have the following equipment:
? Cement.
? Kerosene.
? This Specific Gravity Bottle comes with a stopper and has a 250 ml capacity.
? Weighing balance with 0.1 gm accurate.
Uses of Kerosene in Specific Gravity Test
Specific gravity is usually calculated using water. The specific gravity of cement can be determined with kerosene, however. Cembalin hydrates when reacting with water and forms calcium oxide. Mixing cement and kerosene won't produce any reactions.