Interaction between poly(styrene-alt-maleic acid) sodium salt and hydrating Portland cement

Interaction between poly(styrene-alt-maleic acid) sodium salt and hydrating Portland cement has been studied with the help of X-ray diffraction, differential scanning calorimeter, scanning electron microscopy and infrared spectral studies. The results have shown that poly(styrene-alt-maleic acid) sodium salt definitely interacts with Portland cements.