= Sand equivalent test
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The Sand Equivalent Test is a laboratory test used to determine the relative amount of fine dust or clay-like materials in soil or aggregate samples. It is particularly useful in assessing the quality of materials used in construction, especially in concrete and asphalt applications. \#\#\# Purpose: The main purpose of the Sand Equivalent Test is to measure the contamination of fine aggregates (such as sand) with deleterious materials like clay, silt, or dust.
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