Experimental Characterization of Physicochemical and Geological Properties of Granite from Olowu, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

S. Oluwagbemiga Alayande, Mukuna P. Mubiayi, Mamookho E. Makhatha, Rose Derek

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Abstract

Understanding of the nature and chemistry of valuable minerals in our environment is an asset for maximum exploitation for human need. The physicochemical and geological properties of natural rock samples from Egbeda, Oyo State, Nigeria were studied to categorize the rock samples and to establish their potential applications. The rock samples were characterized using various techniques including XRD, XRF, FTIR, SEM/EDS, TAS plot, BET and water absorption properties. Physicochemical and geological properties confirmed the sample to be granite with low water absorption capacity. The granite is a potential raw material that can be used for exterior walls, interior walls, floor tiles and kitchen walls.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the World Congress on Mechanical, Chemical, and Material Engineering, MCM 2015
EditorsJamal Chaouki, Yuyuan Zhao
PublisherAvestia Publishing
ISBN (Print)9781927877173
Publication statusPublished - 2015
EventWorld Congress on Mechanical, Chemical, and Material Engineering, MCM 2015 - Barcelona, Spain
Duration: 20 Jul 201521 Jul 2015

Publication series

NameProceedings of the World Congress on Mechanical, Chemical, and Material Engineering
ISSN (Electronic)2369-8136

Conference

ConferenceWorld Congress on Mechanical, Chemical, and Material Engineering, MCM 2015
Country/TerritorySpain
CityBarcelona
Period20/07/1521/07/15

Keywords

  • Characterization
  • Construction
  • Granite
  • Water absorption

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • General Chemical Engineering

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