Dicalcium silicate (C2S)
[ A ] rates rapidly
[ B ] Hardens rapidly
[ C ] Generates less heat of hydration
[ D ] Has less resistance to sulphate attack

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Answer :

[ C ] Generates less heat of hydration

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