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    Bonding behaviour in ASR affected concrete

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    Nirmal Raj Joshi
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    Alkali Silica Reaction (ASR) has been found to deteriorate the bond between steel and concrete. This article will discuss if this is true. What is Alkali Silica Reaction? The Alkali Silica Reaction (ASR) is a chemical reaction that occurs between alkaline substances in cement and reactive silica found in some aggregates used in concrete. When…