Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregate and Cement by Waste Marble Powder – A Review

Abstract

Marble is widely used in the world as a building material since the ancient times. The last
byproduct of marble mine is marble waste (Powder & Granules) and it is very important
material for its properties like powder can be used as replacement of cement and granules as
sand in construction without any effect on strength of concrete. In addition, recycling waste
without proper management can result in environmental problems greater than the waste
itself. Marble powder and granules is formed during the production of marble pieces from
marble stone. The marble waste is that about 25% to 30% of the original marble production
from mines. If the waste materials of marble is not process properly then it will directly affect
the environment and can cause the some problems such as decreases the soil fertility, also
affects the human body etc. The production of concrete by using these wastes can solve the
some problems of sand in construction field. This paper highlights the possibility of the uses
of marble waste for cement and sand to attain economy.