8.4.3 - Cutback Bitumen
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What is cutback bitumen?
💡 Hint: Think about what is added to bitumen to make it easier to apply in the cold.
Name one volatile solvent used in cutback bitumen.
💡 Hint: These are common solvents that help reduce thickness.
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What does cutback bitumen contain?
💡 Hint: Consider what helps bitumen become more fluid.
True or False: Cutback bitumen is more durable than regular bitumen.
💡 Hint: Think about the trade-off between ease of application and longevity.
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Design a miniature experiment to demonstrate the difference in viscosity between standard bitumen and cutback bitumen at various temperatures.
💡 Hint: Use a thermometer to measure temperature changes and a stopwatch to time the flow rates.
Evaluate a hypothetical scenario where cutback bitumen is chosen for an application in a warm climate instead of a cold one. Discuss the potential implications.
💡 Hint: Consider how the properties of materials can change with temperature variations.
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