Articles by Valeria Razzante

Methodological developments in the field of archaeometry are now providing a better understanding of archaeological finds through the multi-analytical study of the chemical, physical, microstructural and mechanical properties of each material. Interesting advances have been made in the characterization of historic mortars; in addition to the chronological classification and the distinction of individual properties related to the preservation of an architectural artefact, other disciplinary implications focus on the use of highly available geo-resources or demolition waste recycled as aggregates or additives. Recent studies have revealed the adoption of specific additives as promoters of complex standard (C-A-S-H) and alternative (M-A-S-H) pozzolanic processes.