The main constituent of cement is:

S i O_{2}

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C a S O_{4}

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A l_{2} O_{3}

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Solution

The correct option is A $S i O_{2}$
Hydraulic cement are made up of a mixture of silicates and oxides in the form of silicon dioxide. It is responsible for the mechanical properties of cement.

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