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The influence of saturation state of recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) on the hardened behavior of mortar was investigated at macroscopic and microscopic scales.At the macroscopic scale, a good adhesion between the RCA and the new cement matrix at 28days of hydration is observed. However due to its intrinsic strength; a limiting effect of the RCA is found in comparison to natural aggregates (NA)....