Question

What is super plasticizers?

(a) Which adds water for workability

(b) Which reduces high range of water for workability

(c) Which decreases workability at the same water content

(d) Which oxidizes water for workability

I got this question in an international level competition.

The doubt is from Plasticizers topic in division Admixtures and Construction Chemicals of Concrete Technology

Answer 1

The correct option is (b) Which reduces high range of water for workability

Best explanation: The organic substances or combinations of organic and inorganic substances, which allow a high reduction in water content for the given workability at the same water content.