9.1 - Origin and Composition of Bitumen
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What is bitumen primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about its applications in construction.
Name one component of bitumen.
💡 Hint: Consider the ingredients contributing to its properties.
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What is the main source of bitumen?
💡 Hint: Recall the primary material from which bitumen is derived.
True or False: Bitumen is only composed of one type of hydrocarbon.
💡 Hint: Think about the various components we've discussed.
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How would varying the proportions of Asphaltenes and Resins in bitumen affect its performance in road construction?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of stiffness versus flexibility in road materials.
Propose a suitable method to test the quality of bitumen in situ during road construction. What parameters would you measure?
💡 Hint: Think about the performance characteristics important for application.
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