11.9.1 - Definition
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What is a bituminous cutback?
💡 Hint: Think about what helps bitumen flow better.
Name one use of bituminous cutbacks.
💡 Hint: Where do you see cutbacks applied on roads?
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What is the main purpose of using a volatile solvent in bituminous cutbacks?
💡 Hint: Which option relates to flow characteristics?
True or False: Bituminous cutbacks can be used in cold weather applications.
💡 Hint: Recall their main advantage.
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Analyze the implications of using environmentally harmful solvents in bituminous cutbacks. What alternative solvents could be considered?
💡 Hint: Consider ecological principles when looking for alternatives.
Design an experiment to test the effectiveness of different volatile solvents on the curing time of a bituminous cutback.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would control variables like temperature and surface type.
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