The subject of this work is the effect of calcium carbonate on the hydration products of C3 A, C 3 S and cement. Pastes made from C 3 A and C 3 S containing 0%, 10%, 20% and 35% w/w of chemical grade CaCO 3, as well as pastes made from Portland cement containing 0%, 10%, 20% and 35% w/w limestone, were examined after 1, 2, 7 …