Portland cement contains '$X$' to enhance the setting time. What is '$X$'?

  • A
    $CaSO_{4} \cdot \frac{1}{2} H_{2}O$
  • B
    $CaSO_{4} \cdot 2 H_{2}O$
  • C
    $CaSO_{4}$
  • D
    $CaCO_{3}$

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