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Who discovered cement?

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    Agasit
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    Alberts Magnus
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    Joseph Aspadin
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    Jansien
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Answer : 3. "Joseph Aspadin"
Explanation :

Joseph Aspdin, an English bricklayer and mason, is credited with the invention of modern Portland cement. In 1824, Aspdin patented a process for producing a hydraulic cement by burning finely ground limestone and clay together. The resulting product, which he named "Portland cement" due to its resemblance to Portland stone, became a key component in the construction industry.

Aspdin's innovation marked a significant development in the production of cement, and Portland cement remains the most widely used type of cement in the world for various construction applications.

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