Practice Problems - 23.6 | 2. Pavement materials: Bitumen | Transportation Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

Define viscosity in the context of bituminous materials.

💡 Hint: Think about how easy the liquid flows.

Question 2 Easy

What happens if the bitumen is too viscous during mixing?

💡 Hint: Consider the blending process.

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Question 1

What role does viscosity play in bituminous materials?

A) Determines the color of bitumen
B) Influences the performance and stability of the mix
C) Affects the cost of materials

💡 Hint: Think about mixing processes.

Question 2

True or False: High viscosity bitumen is preferable in warm climates.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how heat affects fluids.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A newly paved roadway in a hot climate starts developing ruts shortly after completion. Analyze the probable causes based on viscosity and temperature susceptibility.

💡 Hint: Consider how temperature affects material properties.

Challenge 2 Hard

During a construction project, poor adhesion is observed, leading to stripping of the bitumen from aggregate. Propose methods to test and improve adhesion.

💡 Hint: Think about all factors affecting adhesion between materials.

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