Authors : Dr. V. Ramesh Babu; D. Pavan Kumar; D. Dhanya; B. Anusha; M. Anuvardhan

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 3 - March

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26mar1574

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Abstract : One of the biggest users of natural resources is the building sector, and the rising demand for cement has raised serious environmental issues. A by-product of the marble processing industry, marble powder presents disposal and environmental issues. This study examines the viability of substituting some of the cement in concrete with marble powder and assesses the impact on the concrete's strength characteristics. Marble powder was substituted for cement in concrete mixes at various weight percentages, including 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20%. After 7 and 28 days of curing, standard specimens were cast and tested for compressive strength, split tensile strength, and flexural strength. According to the experimental findings, concrete's workability and mechanical qualities can be enhanced to an ideal degree by partially substituting marble powder for cement. A replacement level of about 10% was found to represent the maximum strength, beyond which the strength progressively declined. The study shows that marble powder can be successfully added to concrete as an additional ingredient, lowering pollution levels and encouraging environmentally friendly building methods. In addition to reducing issues with the disposal of industrial waste, the use of marble powder helps create more affordable and environmentally friendly concrete.

Keywords : Marble Powder, Partial Cement Replacement, Compressive Strength, Split Tensile Strength, Sustainable Concrete, Waste Utilization, Eco-Friendly Construction.

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