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A major constituent of Portland cement is? 

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a

Silica 

b

Magnesia

c

Iron oxide 

d

Alumina 

answer is A.

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Portland cement generally contains 20-30% silica and 60-70% quick lime which is nothing but CaO. Thus, Silica and lime are known to be the major constituents of Portland cement. Hence, from the given options, silica is the major constituent.

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