pozzolan

Noun

Meaning

pozzolan (plural pozzolans)

Any material which, when combined with calcium hydroxide, exhibits cementitious properties; often used as an extender with Portland cements.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Related terms

pozzolana pozzolanic cement pozzolanic fly ash cement

Examples

Common stabilization materials include pozzolan cement grout and polyurethane. Source: Internet

There is evidence that the Minoans of Crete used crushed potshards as an artificial pozzolan for hydraulic cement. Source: Internet

They are similar to pozzolan lime cements in their properties. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

pozzed Pozzi pozzie pozzolana pozzolanic pozzolanic cement