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Study on the Effect of Thiobacillus Intermedius Bacteria on the Physico-Mechanical Properties of Mortars of Ordinary Portland Cement

Munyao, Onesmus Mulwa; Thiong'o, Joseph Karanja; Muthengia, Jackson Wachira; Mutitu, Daniel Karanja; Mwirichia, Romano; Muriithi, Genson; Marangu, Joseph Mwiti (PubMed, 2020)

Most of concrete structural failures are attributed to poor workmanship and poor engineering designs. Some microorganisms present in sewer systems can degrade the concrete and/or mortar. Concrete failures due to microbial ...