what is difference between design mix and nominal mix,where the design mix is used?

Answer Posted / srikanth

M20 is the Nominal mix.It is used in the common slab which have design for the Low Load. 
M25 is the Design mix.It is used for the Design slab for the required compressive strength for the Design load Obtain.  

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