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The type of fine aggregate has an influence on the shrinkage of the concrete. Research is under way to establish these effects but at present the following may be used for the different aggregate types:
Type of fine aggregate |
Factor |
Quartzite |
0.9 – 1.2 |
Granite |
0.8 – 1.0 |
Andesite |
1.0 |
Tillite |
0.9 |