Strengthening of Agbani clay with granite and characterization of its properties and toxicity for applications in building services

Key Points

• Agbani clay strengthened with granite shows enhanced mechanical properties, improving its utility.
• The toxicity evaluation indicates that enhanced Agbani clay meets safety standards, making it suitable for construction.
• Characterization techniques reveal significant improvements in the physical properties of the clay when mixed with granite.
• These findings suggest that granite could serve as a viable additive to improve building material quality.