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SPECIFIC GRAVITY TEST OF COARSE AGGREGATE

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  SPECIFIC GRAVITY TEST OF COARSE AGGREGATE AIM: To determine the Specific gravity of the aggregate using Pycnometer . APPARATUS REQUIRED: 1. Pycnometer of about 1 litter capacity 2. Weighing balance, with an accuracy of 1g.                  3. Vacuum pump  4. Oven                                                                                           SAMPLE: The sample of 2000g to 1000g of aggregate shall be taken for tested. The aggregate which have been heated artificially shall not be taken. Reference IS: 2386 (Part III) – 1963 ). ads PROCEDURE: 1. A sample of 1kg for 10mm to 4.75mm size and 500gm for less than 4.75mm size. The sample is placed in a tray and fully covered w...