Effect of heavy metals on the solidification of cementitious materials

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The book addresses the critical issue of solid waste disposal in industrialized cities, highlighting the challenges posed by limited landfill space and stringent environmental regulations. It focuses on toxic wastes containing heavy metal ions from various industries, including metallurgy, mining, and chemical production, which pose significant risks to soil and water sources. The author discusses the solidification/stabilization technique as an effective method for immobilizing these hazardous heavy metals, offering a potential solution to mitigate environmental contamination.