Practice Specimen preparation - 26.2 | 5. Marshall Mix Design | Transportation Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What temperature are aggregates heated to?

💡 Hint: Look for the range given in the text.

Question 2

Easy

How many blows are given during compaction?

💡 Hint: Think about the compaction step in the preparation.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What temperature range is used to heat aggregates?

  • 150°C-170°C
  • 175°C-190°C
  • 200°C-210°C

💡 Hint: Look for the temperature mentioned in the preparation process.

Question 2

True or False: The bitumen should be mixed with aggregates at temperatures above 160°C.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the mixing section in the text.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If a batch of aggregates is heated to 200°C instead of 190°C, discuss what impact this could have on the mixture’s properties.

💡 Hint: Consider how extreme temperatures affect material properties.

Question 2

Discuss why maintaining a compact thickness of 63.5 mm is critical in the Marshall testing phase.

💡 Hint: Think about the experimental consistency needed.

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