Marble Dust Used in Concrete to Replace Part of the Cement

Abstract

This study investigates the possibility of using marble dust instead of some cement while making concrete. Marble dust, a byproduct of the marble business, can be used to lessen environmental consequences in the building industry, which is increasingly interested in sustainable techniques. The study examines the impact of replacing cement in concrete with different proportions of marble dust (10%, 20%, and 30%) on the material's durability and mechanical qualities. Up to a specific replacement level, the findings of experiments suggest that adding marble dust improves compressive and tensile strengths. The mechanical attributes start to diminish after this ideal position.

Furthermore, using marble dust helps reduce the amount of cement used, lowering carbon dioxide emissions. According to the study's findings, marble dust is a workable supplemental cementation material supporting sustainability in the building industry while preserving concrete's intended performance. Using marble dust as a partial substitute for cement enhances waste material utilization and can yield economic and environmental benefits by decreasing the need for cement and minimizing waste disposal.