Correct option is A
· The
24-hour water absorption test for granite is conducted to determine the amount of water the stone can absorb after being immersed in water for 24 hours.
· According to standard practices and specifications, such as
IS 1124:1974, the water absorption of granite should
not exceed 1% by weight.
· This low absorption limit ensures that granite remains durable, resistant to weathering, and less susceptible to moisture-related damage such as cracking or staining.