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POROUS CONCRETE

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Porous Concrete.

Porous Concrete - as a noun

A lightweight, precast, concrete building material invented in the mid-1920s that simultaneously provides structure, insulation, and fire- and mold-resistance.

Example: "Better thermal efficiency of aac makes it suitable for use in areas with extreme temperature as it eliminates need for separate materials for construction and insulation leading to faster construction and savings."

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aacautoclaved aerated concreteautoclaved cellular concreteautoclaved concreteautoclaved lightweight concrete
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
concrete12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The porous concrete in the parking lot allows rainwater to filter into the ground."
"The construction project used porous concrete to create a sustainable pavement solution."
"The permeable nature of porous concrete helps prevent flooding during heavy rainfall."
"The use of porous concrete promotes groundwater recharge and reduces runoff."
"In porous concrete, the aggregates are bound together with a paste mixture."
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