Hydraulic lime — Yakhchāl, the ancient art of desert ice · Aristotree

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Hydraulic lime. 1 connected concept: Sarooj (related to).

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Hydraulic lime

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Summary

Hydraulic lime (HL) is a general term for a variety of lime different from calcium oxide (quicklime) that sets by hydration, and consists of calcium silicate and calcium aluminate, compounds that can harden in contact with water.

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Functional classification of the mortar
Sarooj functions as a form of hydraulic mortar, meaning it can set and harden under water, a critical requirement for the construction of bridges and cisterns.
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