Mineralogical, physico-chemical and ceramic properties of clay materials from Sekandé and Gashiga (North, Cameroon) and their suitability in earthenware production
Bertin Pagna Kagonbé, Désiré Tsozué, Aubin Nzeugang Nzeukou, S. Ngos
Abstract
. These values increased gradually for specimens fired from 900 to 1100 °C. The water absorption decreased from 17% to 14%. The evaluation of the studied clays based on their mineralogical, physicochemical and ceramic properties revealed that they are suitable for the manufacture of earthenware products like fired bricks.
Topics & Concepts
KaoliniteMineralogyFeldsparIlliteClay mineralsPotteryQuartzCeramicMicaAbsorption of waterChemistryGeologyMaterials scienceMetallurgyComposite materialArchaeologyHistoryRecycling and utilization of industrial and municipal waste in materials productionClay minerals and soil interactionsBuilding materials and conservation