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The sulphate to alkali ratio in a kiln is monitored because

  • A.it governs the size chosen for the primary crusher
  • B.an imbalance promotes build-ups and affects setting
  • C.it determines the final colour of the finished cement
  • D.it fixes the operating temperature of the clinker cooler

Answer: B

Correct answer: an imbalance promotes build-ups and affects setting

Sulphur in excess of the alkalis available to combine with it recirculates in the kiln and condenses as sticky build-ups in the preheater, which eventually block it. Alkali in excess of the sulphur leaves free alkali in the cement, which accelerates setting and contributes to alkali-silica reaction. The ratio is held near unity for both reasons.

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