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In the wet process in the manufacturing of portland cement, argillaceous material is thoroughly mixed with water in _________

In the wet process in the manufacturing of portland cement, argillaceous material is thoroughly mixed with water in _________ Correct Answer Wash mill

In the manufacturing of portland cement, the raw materials can be mixed either in dry conditions or in wet conditions. In the wet process, argillaceous material is thoroughly mixed with water in a wash mill while calcareous materials are crushed and stored in storage tanks.

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