Practice - Penetration Test (IS: 1203)
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Practice Questions
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What does the Penetration Test measure?
💡 Hint: Think about how deep a needle goes in bitumen.
What apparatus is used in the Penetration Test?
💡 Hint: Consider the tools required to perform the test.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the purpose of the Penetration Test?
💡 Hint: Focus on what property of bitumen the test evaluates.
Is a higher penetration value indicative of softer bitumen?
💡 Hint: Recall the relationship between penetration depth and softness.
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Challenge Problems
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If a bitumen sample shows a penetration depth of 90 tenths of a millimeter, categorize it and explain the suitable applications.
💡 Hint: Consider the properties of soft versus hard bitumen.
A contractor is unsure if to use 60/70 grade or 80/100 grade bitumen for a high-traffic road. What decision should they make, and why?
💡 Hint: Relate the implications of bitumen hardness to traffic conditions.
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