5.6 - Pavement Materials and Their Stabilization
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What is subgrade soil?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the 'ground layer'.
Name one type of pavement material.
💡 Hint: Consider the types we discussed today.
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What is the primary role of subgrade soil?
💡 Hint: It's the base layer.
True or False: Fly ash can be used to stabilize granular sub-bases.
💡 Hint: Think about the alternative materials.
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A city is considering whether to use traditional gravel or a polymer-modified asphalt mix for their new highway. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of both options.
💡 Hint: Consider factors like maintenance, long-term investments, and traffic volume.
Describe the impact of weather conditions on the performance of stabilized layers in pavements during winter.
💡 Hint: Think about how materials react to temperature changes.
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