Materials Of Various Origins Research Articles

Investigation of the Physico-Chemical and Mechanical Properties of Expanded Ceramsite Granules Made on the Basis of Coal Mining Waste

In this article, one of the main scientific directions was the search for ways of recycling coal mining waste to produce expanded clay granules. There are a number of scientific studies devoted to the use of various industrial wastes in the production of thermal insulation and fireproof expanded clay granules. The authors consider the production of granular porous aggregates based on pulverized fractions of igneous rocks—basalt, granite, and synertite, as well as man-made materials of various origins, to be promising. According to the results of the conducted studies, it was found that the optimal interval of the amount of waste in expanded clay was 4.0–6.0%, and the optimal firing temperature was 1150 °C with the production of samples with a bulk density of 0.337–0.348 t/m3 and with a compressive strength of 1.37–1.51 MPa under these conditions.

On territorial border markers of the settlement of Russians of the Middle Tom River region in the beginning of the 18th — mid 20th centuries

The concept of studying of ethnographic and archaeological complexes (EAC) involves the analysis of their individual components: population, villages, communication routes and others, including borders — both external and internal. The analysis of archaeological, historical, and ethnographic literature has shown that borders or borderlands can be traced in almost all populations at any stage of their development. However, while the borders between large associations, like states or ethnic groups with different cultures, have been addressed by experts, almost no attention is being given to local boundaries between smaller collectives, although there are written, cartographic and oral sources that can be used as a basis for such research. After considering the materials of various origins concerning the native villages of the Middle Tom region, it became possible to discuss the bounda-ries between them, and the boundaries of the administrative entities which encompassed them in the 18th century. At this time, residents of villages located 15–30 km north of the Kuznetsk fortress were moving to new unoccupied lands in the upper reaches of the river Inia and its upper tributaries, as well as to the left bank of Tom below the mouth of the Mungat River. According to the drawings of S.U. Remezov, there was a boundary between the Tomsk and Kuznetsk districts. The borderline rivers could be Unga-Promyshlennaya in the north and Osipovo-Mungat in the south. Possibly, there were small settlements of Tulbers. After the middle of the 19th century, an-other process of settlement of the Tom riverbank territories of its both sides began. By the 1930s, all its banks were inhabited, and the reserve of free lands came to end. Indigenous people began developing islands on the river or starting settlements within 15–20 km from the village. In the second third of the 20th century, new villages were developing in the remote territories away from Tom. Almost all of them were abandoned in the second half of the 20th century. The available information suggests that there were borderlands between the villages within single districts. Most often these were represented by watercourses — small rivers and streams, ridges — elon-gated hills located perpendicular to terraces, and sometimes lakes. These borders were well known to locals. It cannot be ruled out that river rapids and shoals could also have been used as borders. The analysis of the corre-lation of locations of the villages, river rifts and stretches suggests that, in the studied area of Tom, villages were located on the river stretches between the shoals. There is also information about the existence of boundaries between minor objects, though they require further research.

Evaluation of switchgrass varieties by the yield of biomass and seed quality depending on their maturity groups

Purpose. Assessment of foreign switchgrass varieties of foreign selection by biomass yield and seed quality depending on their maturity groups, and determination of the best varieties for the use in breeding. Methods. Laboratory, field, measuring and weighing, mathematical and statistical. Results. An important task of Ukrainian breeders is to develop varieties with high productivity, plasticity, resistance to stress and which would combine high biomass yield and seed quality, because without high-quality seeds, wide introduction of varieties into production is not possible. To develop such varieties, it is necessary to analyze the source material of various origins, including foreign breeding. It was found that in conditions of unstable moisture in the Western Forest-Steppe of Ukraine (Yaltushkivska EBS), the yield of raw biomass and the yield of dry biomass depended on the maturity groups of the cultivars and was the highest in the mid-early, mid-late and late cultivars. When selecting varieties for the use in the breeding process of developing new varieties for biomass production, it is advisable to take into account not only the yield of biomass, but also the quality of their seeds. Taking into account the quality of seeds and the yield of dry biomass for the Western Forest Steppe of Ukraine, the optimal varieties in which these two indicators are combined and are the highest are the early-ripening varieties 'Forestburg', the medium-early 'Sunburst', the medium-late varieties 'Morozko', the varieties 'Cave-in-rock' and "Alamo". Late and very late varies provide the same yield of dry biomass, but with an insufficient sun of effective temperatures, which is necessary for the formation of quality and ripening of seeds, their germination was very low. Conclusions. Taking into account the quality of seeds and the yield of dry biomass for the Forest-Steppe of Ukraine, the optimal varieties in which these two indicators are combined and the highest are early-ripening variety 'Forestburg', medium-early variety 'Sunburst', medium-late varieties 'Morozko', 'Cave-in-rock' and 'Alamo'.

Adsorption of Phenols on Carbonaceous Materials of Various Origins but of Similar Specific Surface Areas

The adsorption of phenol (Ph), 4-chlorophenol (CP), and 4-cresol (MP) from aqueous solutions on three carbonaceous materials of diverse origins but similar specific surface areas was investigated. Vulcan XC72 carbon black (CB), AKP-5 activated coke (AC), and activated tire pyrolysis char (AP) were examined as adsorbents. The kinetics and equilibrium adsorption, as well as the influence of pH and ionic strength of each solution on the adsorption process, were studied. The results revealed that the adsorption was pH-dependent and preferred an acidic environment. The presence of an inorganic salt in the solution (ionic strength) did not affect the adsorption processes of the three adsorbates. The pseudo-first- and pseudo-second-order equations, as well as the Weber–Morris and Boyd kinetic models, were used to describe the adsorption kinetics. It was found that equilibrium was reached for all adsorbates after approximately 2–3 h. Adsorption kinetics followed a pseudo-second-order model, and the adsorption rate was determined by film diffusion. The adsorption isotherms were described using the Langmuir and Freundlich equations. The results revealed that the adsorption processes of Ph, CP, and MP on all three adsorbents from the water were better described by the Langmuir model. The adsorption of CP was the most efficient, the adsorption of MP was slightly weaker, and the adsorption of phenol was the least efficient.

Veterinary and sanitary examination of rainbow trout samples (<I>Onchorinchus mykiss</I>) with the application of the drug "SMARTBIOTIC

Veterinary and sanitary examination is an extensive set of measures aimed at assessing the quality and safety of raw materials of various origins. As you know, fish is a perishable product, so it is also subject to a thorough veterinary and sanitary examination. To improve the quality and safety of raw materials, currently, biologically active substances are used in almost all branches of agriculture. Some feed additives, in turn, have a beneficial effect on the immune system. When using the drug "SmartBiotic" in concentrations of 0.15% and 0.25%, the organoleptic parameters were within normal limits, there were no traces of muscle tissue decay, samples for hydrogen sulfide and ammonia were negative. It is shown that the drug "SmartBiotic", developed on the basis of humic acids, has a beneficial effect on the quality and safety of products and can be recommended for use in fish farming.

Effect of Reducing Agent on Characteristics and Antibacterial Activity of Copper-Containing Particles in Textile Materials.

Textile materials modified with copper-containing particles have antibacterial and antiviral properties that have prospects for use in healthcare. In the study, textile materials were saturated with copper-containing particles in their entire material volume by the absorption/diffusion method. The antibacterial properties of modified textile materials were confirmed by their inhibitory effect on Staphylococcus aureus, a Gram-positive bacterium that spreads predominantly through the respiratory tract. For the modification, ordinary textile materials of various origins and fiber structures were used. Technological conditions and compositions of modifying solutions were established, as well as the most suitable textile materials for modification. To assess the morphological and physical characteristics of copper-containing particles and the textile materials themselves, X-ray diffraction, a scanning electron microscope, and an energy-dispersive X-ray spectrum were used. In modified textile samples, XRD data showed the presence of crystalline phases of copper (Cu) and copper (I) oxide (Cu2O). On the grounds of the SEM/EDS analysis, the saturation of textile materials with copper-containing particles depends on the structure of the textile materials and the origins of the fibers included in their composition, as well as the modification conditions and the copper precursor.

The Quality of Quail Meat Cans Depending on Storage Conditions and Time of Consumption

Physicochemical and biochemical changes may occur in products of animal origin under the influence of internal and external factors, depending on the storage conditions. For the products made from the meat raw materials of various origins, it is important to know the optimal duration and modes of storage, which will preserve the optimal indicators of product quality and safety. The study aimed to determine the effect of different temperature regimes during storage on the quality and safety indicators of canned quail meat. Three series of experiments were conducted on the canned quail meat. In the first experiment, the quality indicators of the freshly prepared product were evaluated. In the second and third experiments, the parameters of the product were determined after aging for one year at temperatures of 2-4°С and 18-20°С. Organoleptic properties and physico-chemical and microbiological parameters were evaluated in the canned goods. The following methods of research were used: during the organoleptic assessment, it was considered the following properties: appearance, color, cross-section, smell, taste; fat content – by the Soxhlet method; hydrogen index (pH) – by the potentiometric method; microbiological indicators – by the horizontal method of counting colonies of microorganisms. It was found that the storage temperature did not affect the bacteriological indicators of the samples, which indicates the high quality of sterilization and excludes biological influence on the quality of canned goods. It has been established that, regardless of the storage temperature, the organoleptic indicators of canned food 12 months after production meet the state standard and the manufacturer's requirements, and they do not differ significantly. After one year of storage, the physico-chemical indicators of canned quail meat are within the limits of indicators established by the standard, regardless of the storage temperature. At the same time, certain changes were detected in the canned goods, which depended on the temperature conditions of storage. Considering the trends in physico-chemical parameters, the desired storage temperature for canned quail meat is 2-4 °C, although the increase in temperature to 18-20 °C does not lead to significant changes and it is permissible. Research is scientifically based on establishing the safety and quality of canned minced quail meat during long-term storage conditions, to create and produce high-quality and safe food products, which in turn allows for expanding the assortment of canned meat raw materials.

Investigation of environmentally friendly gypsum based composites with improved water resistance

The water resistance of gypsum based composites, prepared from composed binder and silica sand was investigated. The composed binder contained hemihydrate gypsum, lime hydrate and several supplementary cementitious materials (SCM). Silica fume, granulated blast slag and waste ceramic dust were used as SCM in order to compare materials of various origins with different pozzolan activity. Hydrated lime served as an activator of pozzolanic reaction. Gypsum mortar, containing only calcined gypsum and sand was prepared as a reference material. Phase composition, microstructure, mechanical properties and water transport parameters were studied. While the strength of gypsum mortar stored in the water decreased by 90% at the age of one year, the strength of all materials with composed binder increased. The highest strength was achieved by the composite with silica fume, whose compressive strength increased more than three times. The C–S–H phases were found in all materials with SCM and they have finer porous structure than gypsum mortar. Material with silica fume achieved the best combined environmental and functional efficiency. Material with ceramic dust was deeply studied for the first time. This material is most promising because of very good environmental criteria and its price was lowest of all tested materials. The water resistance of gypsum based composites was significantly improved by the addition of SCM.

PERACYLATING ACTIVITY OF FREE AND MOBILIZED LIPASES OF THE FUNGUS RH.MICROSPORUS

Recently, in the highly developed countries of the world, there has been a significant expansion in the production and use of enzyme preparations. The industrial development of new enzymatic technologies in combination with traditional ones has several advantages: lower production costs, environmental safety of production, obtaining products for various purposes, and the use of raw materials of any quality and type. Enzymatic processes using raw materials of various origins are very promising for all branches of the food and processing industry.

WASTEFUL TECHNOLOGIES MINI-PRODUCTION

Mini-production is a modern trend that is cost-effective and less costly. Mini production of beer, milk, bakery products can be organized as a separate production or at a restaurant. In modern economic conditions, the role of technologies focused on the use or processing of raw materials of various origins in restaurants is growing. This approach is due to the need to solve problems and improve the economic performance of basic production.
 This trend of doing business is followed by restaurant companies in Ukraine. The concept of creating production and trade complexes of the restaurant industry has gained great popularity among investors who invest in the food industry.
 Restaurant-format mini-breweries are a business niche that is only now beginning to develop actively in Ukraine. The biggest competitive advantage of mini-breweries over large breweries is their ability to brew beer of exclusive taste and recipes in limited batches. Home-brewed beer will add color to the restaurant and will produce a delicious and high-quality product that will evoke positive associations with their brand.
 Processing of local raw materials and production of craft products based on it is a prospect for the development of mini-enterprises in the food industry. Therefore, most manufacturers move away from classic production technologies and create unique products in terms of taste. The most common are the production of craft beer, meat products, cheeses, tinctures, oils on the principles of waste-free technology.

Virtual Vibrational Spectrometry of Stable Radicals-Necklaced Graphene Molecules.

The article presents results of an extended virtual experiment on graphene molecules performed using the virtual vibrational spectrometer HF Spectrodyn that exploits semiempirical Hartree–Fock approximation. The molecules are composed of flat graphene domains surrounded with heteroatom necklaces. Not existing individually, these molecules are met in practice as basic structure units of complex multilevel structure of all sp2 amorphous carbons. This circumstance deprives the solids’ in vitro spectroscopy of revealing the individual character of basic structural elements, and in silico spectrometry fills this shortcoming. The obtained virtual vibrational spectra allow for drawing first conclusions about the specific features of the vibrational dynamics of the necklaced graphene molecules, caused by spatial structure and packing of their graphene domains as well as by chemical composition of the relevant necklaces. As shown, IR absorption spectra of the molecules are strongly necklace dependent, once becoming a distinct spectral signature of the amorphous body origin. Otherwise, Raman spectra are a spectral mark of the graphene domain’s size and packing, thus disclosing the mystery of their universal D-G-band standard related to graphene-containing materials of various origins.

Технологічні аспекти одержання і властивості полімерних гідрогелей та біоплівок, модифікованих гуміновими кислотами бурого вугілля.

The article studies the properties and technological features of obtaining of the polymer hydrogels (based on gelatin) and the biofilms (based on polyvinyl alcohol and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose) modified with humic acids. Practical aspects of the use of brown coal derivatives in the form of humic acids for the modification of bioplastics and polymeric hydrogels have been considered. The high prospects and efficiency of the use of humic acids in the modification processes of polymeric materials of various origins have been proved. It was noted that humic acids have a specific effect on the formation of an ordered structure in polymers, which is due to the different specific characteristics of humic substances: the degree of metamorphism of the original coal, the yield of volatile substances and the oxygen content. As a result of the research, polymer hydrogels based on gelatin with a high degree of swelling were obtained, as well as packaging biofilms based on polyvinyl alcohol and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with antibacterial properties. It was established that the modification of gelatin-based polymer hydrogels with humic acids makes it possible to obtain a polymer hydrogels with an increased degree of swelling and to impart antibacterial properties to them. This is confirmed by the data of the indicator "time to the mold formation". It has been shown that the modification of biofilms based on hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with humic acids makes it possible to obtain strong water-soluble films with antibacterial properties for use as packaging materials for dry food products with a prolonged shelf life. The article also presents the developed technological schemes for obtaining the mentioned materials. A preliminary assessment is given of the economic efficiency of the developed materials modified with humic acids, which proves their sufficient profitability. Keywords: humic acids, modification, polymer hydrogels, biofilms, economic efficiency. Corresponding author D. V. Miroshnichenko, e-mail: dvmir79@gmail.com

The adhesive properties of the “Tachocomb” hemostatic plate with prostheses of the brain dura mater

The adhesion of the Tahokomb hemostatic plate of Takeda (Japan) to the solid cerebral membrane prostheses from materials of various origins was experimentally investigated to determine which of them the implants under study best provide tachocomb fixation and contribute to the prevention of postoperative liquorrhea and infectious complications resulting from leaks in the subdural space. It was found that the greatest adhesion of tachocomb was revealed to xenogenic prostheses having collagen in their composition, which characterizes them as optimal prostheses for plasticizing defects of the solid cerebral membrane from the point of view of sealing the subdural space. Intermediate values were observed in the study of prostheses of combined origin, and the lowest adhesion of tachocomb was observed with respect to synthetic prostheses. Of some interest are new composite substitutes for the hard brain (NeoDura, Medprin), created as a mix of synthetic and organic materials. The surface texture of these solid cerebral membrane analogues approaches collagen implants in characteristics, and is similar to the structure of the native solid cerebral membrane. Based on the data obtained, we can talk about the priority use of solid braincase prostheses based on animal collagen - not only due to the high adhesion parameters of tachocomb to them, but also due to other qualities: resorbability, facilitating the deposition of recipient fibroblast materials on the surface.

DIRECTION OF IMPROVEMENT OF THE WORKING BODIES OF HAMMER

Among the many types of grinding machines used in enterprises of grain processing, food and other industries, an important place belongs to hammer crushers. This is explained by the possibility of their use for grinding materials of various origins (plant, animal, mineral, as well as various wastes of food production), various particle size distribution (lumpy, briquetted, granular, fibrous), having different strength properties (hard, medium hard, soft, brittle, viscous), capable of being crushed once or requiring double sequential crushing. In addition, hammer crushers are characterized by relative simplicity of design, and most importantly - they destroy materials in the most rational way - by impact loading as a result of two successive strokes: a hammer on a particle and particles on the surface of the deck. The execution of these attacks at right angles creates the conditions for the intensification of the destruction process. However, the wear of the hammers leads to a rounding of their impact faces, which makes the angles of attack in the active zone of the hammers significantly different from the direct one. Under the influence of shock-frictional loads, their working surfaces quickly wear out, which leads to a decrease in productivity and crushing efficiency, to an increase in energy consumption, a disturbance in the balance of hammer rotors, an increase in the vibroacoustic activity of crushers, and other negative consequences The invention of the “Hammer of the crusher” provides for the use of ring-shaped multi-toothed hammers, the durability of which, when using traditional materials and conventional heat treatment, is increased by 4...5 times, eliminates the need for periodic rearrangement of hammers, stabilizes the operation of crushers. The possibility of self-sharpening ring-shaped multi-toothed hammers after reversing the hammer rotor simplifies the maintenance of crushers, eliminates personnel errors when replacing worn hammers. If multi-toothed hammers are subjected to liquid non-electrolysis boration and heat treatment using an optical quantum generator, then their durability can increase by more than ten times.

Biomanufacturing of nanocrystals using protein biocatalysts

Being in the intermediate state between bulk material and single particle, nanocrystals possess extraordinary properties combining the best of both. Synthesis of such advanced materials is currently of big demand. Two basic approaches are applied for the fabrication of nanoscaled materials, including chemical synthesis and bio-inspired engineering. The strategy of bio-inspired synthesis is a promising alternative to harsh methods since it does not require extreme synthesis conditions, is environmentally friendly, and allows the combination of materials of various origins, designing nanocomposites with new properties. Based on the idea of natural inspiration, proteins involved in the process of biomineralization, performed in living organisms, have been investigated. The remarkable catalytic properties of these proteins determine their use as a platform for the bioinspired synthesis of nanocrystalline materials. Here, we review the fundamentals of biomineralization, experimental strategies, and recent engineering developments focusing on the synthesis of semiconductor, magnetic, and metal(loid) oxide nanocrystals within a biomimetic approach.

BIOGAS PRODUCTION IN THE CONCENTRATED DISTILLERY WASTEWATER TREATMENT

The paper deals with the waste disposal problem of the alcohol industry caused by the widespread use of alcohol as biofuels. In the technology for the production of alcohol from cereal crops, a distillery spent wash (DSW) is formed (per 1 dm3 of alcohol – 10–20 dm3 DSW), which refers to highly concentrated wastewater, the COD value reaches 40 g O2/dm3. Since the existing physical and chemical methods of its processing are not cost-effective, the researchers develop the processing technologies for its utilization, for example, an anaerobic digestion. Apart from the purification of highly concentrated wastewater, the advantage of this method is the production of biogas and highquality fertilizer. The problems of biotechnology for biogas production from the distillery spent wash are its high acidity–pH 3.7–5.0 (the optimum pH value for the methanogenesis process is 6.8–7.4) and low nitrogen content, the lack of which inhibits the development of the association of microorganisms. In order to solve these problems, additional raw materials of various origins (chemical compounds, spent anaerobic sludge, waste from livestock farms, etc.) are used. The purpose of this work is to determine the appropriate ratio of the fermentable mixture components: cosubstrate, distillery spent wash and wastewater of the plant for co-fermentation to produce an energy carrier (biogas) and effective wastewater treatment of the distillery. In order to ensure the optimal pH for methanogenesis, poultry manure has been used as a co-substrate. The co-fermentation process of DSW with manure has been carried out at dry matter ratios of 1:1, 1:3, 1:5, 1:7 respectively. It is found that when the concentration of manure in the mixture is insufficient (DSW/manure – 1:1, 1:3), the pH value decreases during fermentation which negatively affects methane formation; when the concentration of manure in the mixture is increased (DSW/manure – 1:5, 1:7), the process is characterized by a high yield of biogas and methane content. The maximum output of biogas with a methane concentration of 70 ± 2% is observed at the ratio of components on a dry matter “wastewater: DSW: manure” – 0,2:1:7 respectively. The COD reduction reaches a 70% when using co-fermentation with the combination of components “wastewater: DSW: manure” (0,3:1:5) respectively.

Records Group, problem zespołowości w archiwistyce amerykańskiej

The term record group means a group of fonds (records) and it is a type of archival fonds rarely described in Polish archival literature. Most often it is associated with the complex archival fonds, due to its comlicated structure and blurred borderlines – an effect of administrative system varying from the Polish one. The post-war attempts to modify and broaden the meaning of the complex fonds caused its resemblance to the term record group. Irena Radtke in her paper given during the 6th Archival Methods Conference in Warsaw in 1970 proposed, that the complex fonds should be one comprising records of foreign provenance that are an effect of passive succession. Bohdan Ryszewski, addressing Radtke’s idea, noticed that passive succession might be a source of complications. However, this conceptualization of the definition of the complex fonds did not correspond with the American understanding of it as an above-fonds structure.Bogdan Kroll has touched the core of the problem; he noticed that an archival construction comprising materials of various provenances cannot be seen neither as an archival fonds, nor as a complex fonds. He saw a discrepancy between the structure and partition of archival holdings and archival theory; thus Kroll proposed abandoning the term complex fonds and implementation of the term archival complex. The archival complex was supposed to be archival materials of various origins merged (in or outside of an archive) into fonds, or parts of archival fonds of different institutions having the same characteristic – function. The complex was supposed to make up a separate entity in logic structure of archival holdings, comprising of all archival fonds and/or their pieces being parts of the main fonds of the complex. The problem of lack of above-fonds forms in the Polish archival theory has been also noticed by Józef Siemieński, who has formulated the term of higher-order fonds. According to his idea the higher-order fonds was a fonds of archival fonds created by various authorities and agencies (in one system) that constituted separate hierarchy. In this article the Author used translation of the term record group into Polish grupa zespołów (akt). The term was defined in 1941 by Solon Justus Buck, in charge of the National Archives in Washington. The term record group was understood as a unit of logical division of archival holdings, set up in arbitrary way, which size and character was convenient for its processing and providing access to, while respecting the principle of provenance.

Chromatography–mass spectrometry identification of polyaromatic hydrocarbons in thermally modified petroleum products and thermal destruction products of organic materials of various origins

Polyaromatic hydrocarbons in samples of thermally treated petroleum products and thermal destruction products of organic materials of various origins are studied. Samples of kerosene, diesel fuel, and gasoline of different grades, that is, light flammable petroleum products often used as combustion initiators; wood; flooring (linoleum); and offset paper are selected as test samples. A pattern for determining these samples by chromatography–mass spectrometry against the background of other products formed under fire conditions is developed. It is suggested to use the limiting value of the intensity ratios of the peaks of tri- and bicyclic condensed arenes in trace residues of the combustion initiator, modified as a result of evaporation and burnup, as an identification parameter. This approach expands the range of tasks in identifying the source of environmental pollution and in determining traces of combustion initiator for forensic and fire-technical expertise.

Ion etching of HgCdTe: Properties, patterns and use as a method for defect studies

Abstract Analysis is performed of the contemporary views on the effect of ion etching (ion-beam milling and reactive ion etching) on physical properties of HgCdTe and on the mechanisms of the processes responsible for modification of these properties under the etching. Possibilities are discussed that ion etching opens for defect studies in HgCdTe, including detecting electrically neutral tellurium nanocomplexes, determining background donor concentration in the material of various origins, and understanding the mechanism of arsenic incorporation in molecular-beam epitaxy-grown films.

FARKLI TİPTE AGREGA KULANIMININ BETONUN MEKANİK ÖZELİKLERİNE ETKİSİNİN ARAŞTIRILMASI

Concrete is a composite building material that contains materials of various origins, and covers a wide range of use. Aggregates are basic materials which supply concrete with load-bearing characteristics. Besides their origin and formation features, their chemical and physical properties, as well, directly affect concrete in general. In this study, concrete test samples were produced using aggregates obtained from four different quarries operating in the province of Adiyaman and their effects on concrete were comparatively investigated by using both destructive and non-destructive test methods. Consequently, concrete samples within the aimed strength range were produced using different aggregate types, and strength differentiations between them were interpreted with regard to their chemical and physical properties. Keywords: Aggregate, concrete, destructive-nondestructive methods