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Chemical durability studies carried out on basalt fibres indicated that this fibre has excellent resistance to alkaline attack, but it has poor resistance to acids. Basalt compares very well with Cem-Fil with respect to alkaline durability. Surface study by scanning electron microscopy and strength properties were used to ascertain the durability of basalt and Cem-Fil.
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Ramachandran, B.E., Velpari, V. & Balasubramanian, N. Chemical durability studies on basalt fibres. J Mater Sci 16, 3393–3397 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00586301
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