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Measurement of Sodium and Potassium in Portland Cement by Flame Atomic Absorption Method

From Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.

Low-alkali types of Portland cement contain concentrations of Na and K that are suppressed to low levels. Presented here is an analysis of Na and K in a standard sample of Portland cement (211R) to determine their respective concentrations.

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