The strength of the gypsum specimen when the water in excess of that required for the hydrate of the hemihydrate is left in the specimen is called____________?

Correct answer: B. Green strength

  • A. Dry strength
  • B. Green strength
  • C. Water strength
  • D. Compressive strength

Explanation

Green strength is the strength of a gypsum specimen while excess mixing water is still present. It is lower than the dry strength because the remaining water weakens the set mass.

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