Question: Choose the correct statement ( s ) regarding the mechanism of superplasticizers a ) Superplasticizers increase the workability of the concrete by increasing the water

Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the mechanism of superplasticizers
a) Superplasticizers increase the workability of the concrete by increasing the water content of the mix
b) Adsorption of superplasticizers to the cement particles followed by generation of repulsive forces between cement particles
c) Absorption of superplasticizers to the cement particles followed by generation of attractive forces between cement particles
d) Formation of superplasticizer-Ca 2+ complexes and interaction with the hydration reactions
e) An increase in the entrapped air content of the fresh paste leading to higher porosity and crystallinity of the hydrated cement paste

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