Enhancing reactivity in muscovitic clays: mechanical activation as a sustainable alternative to thermal activation for cement production

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Publication Highlights

1. Mechanical activation amorphises muscovite, kaolinite, and montmorillonite.
2. A maximum amorphous content of 91% was obtained through mechanical activation.
3. Muscovite structure and particle morphology are altered, and particle size is reduced..
4. Amorphous structure and small particle size enhance muscovite pozzolanic activity.
5. Mechanical activation outperforms thermal activation obtaining higher amorphosity and reactivity.

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