Natural pozzolans might boost durability—but they come with trade-offs. In this clip, Joseph E. Thomas breaks down how natural pozzolans affect water demand in concrete compared to fly ash, and what that means for workability, mix design, and cost. If you're working with DOT specs or slump requirements, this one's for you.
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