23.4.6 - Flash and fire point test
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What is the flash point of bitumen?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens with flames and vapors.
What is the fire point of a bituminous material?
💡 Hint: It's a sustained effect compared to the flash point.
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What defines the Flash Point of bitumen?
💡 Hint: Focus on the definition of flash point.
True or False: The Fire Point is lower than the Flash Point.
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions of both points.
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You have two grades of bitumen. Grade A has a flash point of 180°C and a fire point of 200°C. Grade B has a flash point of 220°C and a fire point of 230°C. Evaluate the safety implications of using each grade in high-temperature regions.
💡 Hint: Consider both the flash and fire points in preventative terms.
During a routine check, a bitumen sample is found with an unexpectedly low flash point. Discuss potential causes of this anomaly and the actions that should be taken.
💡 Hint: Think about what could alter chemical properties.
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