| dc.description.abstract | The quality of the ingredients used in the production of concrete determines its
strength. Mixing and curing water is one of the components required, and it should be
suitable for producing concrete. Impurities in water can reduce concrete strength and
induce corrosion of reinforcement, hence water quality is critical. In developing
countries such as Bangladesh, the usage of fresh water is increasing, which can result
in a decrease in freshwater availability. As a result, other sources of water were utilized
as a substitute for concrete mixing and curing. This study examined the effects of
various water sources on the mixing and curing of concrete. In this study, water samples
were collected from different water sources (river water, sea water, effluent treatment
plant and Fresh water), and their chemical properties were conducted based on standard
laboratory procedures to identify the constituents. Experimental tests were conducted
on workability of concrete and compressive strength of concrete. The results obtained
from the compressive strength test of concrete cylinder cast at the curing ages of 28
days using river water, sea water, effluent treatment plant and fresh water. Compressive
strength testing of cylinder using fresh water for mixing and other sources of water used
for concrete curing only. River water shows improved performance for concrete curing,
and it can be properly utilized for concrete production | en_US |
