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This study reports the microstructural and mechanical characterization of cement paste with volcanic ash when exposed to accelerated sulfate attack via electrokinetics. The test specimens were exposed to sodium and magnesium sulfate solutions for a period of 30 days. The effect of gradual decomposition of calcium-silicate-hydrate (C-S-H) gel was examined using Raman spectroscopy and Magic Angle Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (MAS NMR), while the mechanical properties were determined using nanoindentation and compression tests. Exposure to magnesium sulfate solution led to formation of magnesium-silicate-hydrate (M-S-H) along with crystallization of gypsum and brucite, while exposure to sodium sulfates led to the formation of thenardite and mirabilite. An optimum mix combination of 10-30% partial substitution of volcanic ash was determined for optimal sulfate resistance and compressive strength. 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The test specimens were exposed to sodium and magnesium sulfate solutions for a period of 30 days. The effect of gradual decomposition of calcium-silicate-hydrate (C-S-H) gel was examined using Raman spectroscopy and Magic Angle Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (MAS NMR), while the mechanical properties were determined using nanoindentation and compression tests. Exposure to magnesium sulfate solution led to formation of magnesium-silicate-hydrate (M-S-H) along with crystallization of gypsum and brucite, while exposure to sodium sulfates led to the formation of thenardite and mirabilite. An optimum mix combination of 10-30% partial substitution of volcanic ash was determined for optimal sulfate resistance and compressive strength. 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