Practice - Requirements of Road Aggregates
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Practice Questions
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What does ACV stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the strength testing of aggregates.
What is the permissible maximum value for water absorption?
💡 Hint: Think about how water affects aggregates.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the maximum Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV) for wearing surfaces?
💡 Hint: Remember the specific limits for different applications.
True or False: A lower Specific Gravity indicates better quality aggregates.
💡 Hint: Consider what density means in this context.
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Challenge Problems
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You have two types of aggregates, A and B. Aggregate A has an ACV of 25%, and B has an AIV of 32%. Determine which aggregate is better for use in wearing surfaces and provide reasoning.
💡 Hint: Focus on the definitions of ACV and AIV for choosing.
Evaluate the impact of high water absorption rates on the durability of a roadway. How would this information influence the choices in material selection for a highway project?
💡 Hint: Consider the long-term effects of moisture on asphalt quality.
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