Aluminosis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006746",
  "term": "Aluminosis",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A form of concrete degradation caused by the conversion of tricalcium aluminate in cement to other compounds, particularly in the presence of moisture and elevated temperatures. This process leads to a loss of strength and durability in the concrete. It is often associated with the use of high-alumina cement.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "references": [
    "La ‘Aluminosis’ del cemento aluminoso (Spanish National Research Council)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Aluminose",
    "es": "aluminosis",
    "fr": "aluminose"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/aluminosis/"
}