The Physico-Mechanical Characteristics of the Clays in and After Doping With Metal Oxide Al₂O₃ in the Region of Fez (Morocco)

摘要

Miocene marl is one of the widespread geological substrates in Fez vicinity (Central Morocco). In this study we proceed by a physicochemical characterization of the marl after doping with metal oxides, by various analytical techniques, namely the X-ray fluorescence, the mineralogical analysis, and dielectric property. The doping of these marl was conducted by solid oxides of Al₂O₃ at different percentages (5%, 10% and 15%). The results of chemical analysis showed the Al₂O₃ increase during doping. So, the mineralogical analysis of doped clays shows peaks' increases for kaolin. The marl doped acquired the property of their good electrical conductor compared to crass marl.