18.7 - Sealant Installation and Construction Practices
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of cleaning joint faces before sealant application?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens if a surface has dirt.
What material is commonly used for backer rods?
💡 Hint: It's a type of compressible foam.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Why is joint preparation important?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if surfaces are dirty.
True or False: A backer rod ensures that sealant bonds at the base.
💡 Hint: Think about its role in sealant geometry.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss the step-by-step processes involved in joint preparation and how failure to adhere could affect pavement performance.
💡 Hint: What are the main components involved in preparation?
Analyze a scenario where improper sealant application occurs. What might be the consequences and recommended remedial actions?
💡 Hint: Consider how environmental conditions could also play a role.
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