Effect of water absorption of coarse aggregate on permeability, durability, and microstructure of concrete.

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As shown in the data, a clear trend emerges: with decreasing water absorption of the coarse aggregate, the chloride ion penetration concentration declines progressively from 3,802.8 C to 3,692.8 C, accompanied by a corresponding enhancement in concrete impermeability.

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