Naslov
Dynamics of capillary water absorption in natural stone

Autori
Tomašić, Ivan ; Lukić, Dražen ; Peček, Nataša ; Kršinić, Ana

Izvornik
Bulletin of engineering geology and the environment (1435-9529) 70 (2011), 4; 673-680

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
water absorption ; capillary movement ; limestones ; building stone ; durability ; Croatia

Sažetak
Two natural carbonate stones from Croatia (Kirmenjak avorio and Veselje unito) were analyzed to assess their properties for use in masonry buildings. The results indicated considerable differences in the water absorption (expressed in g/m2) shown as a function of elapsed time. Testing was performed by the method specified in European standard EN 1925:1999 accepted in the European Union and in Croatia. During the petrographic analyses, different characteristics important for the absorption of water in natural stone, were highlighted, especially those which were relevant to its composition, structure, texture and pore system. The importance of assessing the movement of water in the stone relative to its bedding and the construction in which it will be placed is emphasized.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Geologija, Rudarstvo, nafta i geološko inženjerstvo

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