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Consider the following statements:
Curing of concrete is necessary because
1. Concrete needs more water for chemical reaction .
2. It is necessary to protect the water initially mixed in concrete from being lost during evaporation .
3. penetration of surrounding water increases the strength of concrete .
Which of these statements is/are corrcet?

A
1, 2 and 3
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1 and 3 only
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2 only
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3 only
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Solution

The correct option is C 2 only
Due to environmental factors like evaporation , the water content of concrete reduces so as to replenish the water lost curing of concrete is necessary.

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