Practice - Toughness
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Practice Questions
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What does toughness in aggregates mean?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to materials under shock.
What is the test used to measure toughness?
💡 Hint: The name of the test starts with A.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does toughness in aggregates define?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during a collision.
True or False: The AIV should be greater than 30% for surfacing aggregates.
💡 Hint: Recall the specified standard we discussed.
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Challenge Problems
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An aggregate has an AIV of 25%. Discuss what this means for its use in road surfacing.
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of impact resistance in the long-term performance of the pavement.
Compare the toughness requirements for aggregates used in highway construction versus city roads.
💡 Hint: Think about the differences in traffic between highways and urban areas.
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