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Abstract

Compositions and methods of the present invention comprise the use of at least one alkoxylated fatty compound comprising at least one propylene oxide group, the alkoxylated fatty compound having a turbidity most preferably greater than 1000 NTU (as measured in a 0.2 weight percent aqueous solution) and carbon dispersing compound (e.g., lignosulfonate) to reduce carbon spotting in mortars and concretes containing a carbon-bearing fly ash having a methylene blue (MB) value of at least 1 mg/g or greater (as 10 determined according to ASTM C1777-13). The compositions may, for example, be combined as dry powder with the carbon-bearing fly ash where the fly ash is produced, or in aqueous liquid composition form, such as would be suitable for dispensing at a concrete ready-mix plant. Exemplary additive or admixture compositions may further comprise air entraining agents, alkanolamines, or both.

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