Practice - Hardness
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Practice Questions
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What is hardness in the context of aggregates?
💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of strong materials.
Name a test used to measure aggregate hardness.
💡 Hint: It's named after a city in California.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What property does hardness measure in aggregates?
💡 Hint: Focus on wear and tear during usage!
True or False: The Los Angeles Abrasion Test measures how much weight the aggregate can bear.
💡 Hint: What aspect of the aggregate does the test emphasize?
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with selecting aggregates for a new highway project that will see a high volume of truck traffic. Considering hardness, what properties would you prioritize and why?
💡 Hint: Consider traffic load and frequency!
Evaluate a hypothetical aggregate material that exhibits a high rate of wear during the Los Angeles Abrasion Test. What consequences might this have for a road constructed with such aggregates?
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term impact on road safety and maintenance.
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