Quantitative Phase Analysis – Cement Application :
X-ray powder diffraction (XRD) is the only direct method for qualitative and quantitative multi-phase analysis of a cement sample
- Portland cement
- Rietveld Refinement
- luminate cements
- Blended cements
- Blast furnace slag
- Limestone
- Silicates
- Gypsum
- Fly ash
- Clinker
- Free lime
Geological Applications:
XRD is an important investigation of crystalline phases in rocks since it gives comprehensive information on their mineralogy, chemistry, and conditions of formation. XRD data will provide critical information on the identity of crystalline phases, relative abundance, crystallite size, strain, and site chemistry and are thus a fundamental tool in geological investigations. Our PROTO XRD equipment provides accurate measurements for precise data in rock and mineral analysis for various geological applications.
Common Applications of XRD in Geology:
- Determining extractability of metals from ore-bearing deposits
- Evaluating purity of pharmaceutical-grade limestone, used in antacid products
- Analyzing core samples taken for reservoir characterization
- Speciation and concentration of clay minerals within drilling mud for indirect monitoring of physical properties
- Identifying garnet type in kimberlites as an indicator for diamond concentration and quality
- Quantifying dolomitization for iron and zinc ore potential
- Determining metamorphic grade of rock
- Implementing spiking methods to determine concentration of non-crystalline phases
- Computing hydration states of clay and salt minerals
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