Hydraulic cement compositions are provided that include a cement, water; and a dispersant that comprises a low molecular weight starch with anionic groups. The starch dispersants provided may possess desirable biodegradable properties making them particularly suitable for certain downhole well operations.

 
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> Cement compositions comprising strength-enhancing lost circulation materials and methods of cementing in subterranean formations

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