23.3 - Requirements of Bitumen
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What is temperature susceptibility in bitumen?
💡 Hint: Think about how things change in heat or cold.
Why is viscosity important for bitumen?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if a mixture is too thick or too thin.
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What is the main reason for ensuring bitumen's stability in temperature?
💡 Hint: Think about the consequences of soft or brittle pavement.
True or False: Bitumen should have a high temperature susceptibility.
💡 Hint: Remember our discussion on stability.
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If a new type of aggregate is introduced that doesn't bond well with bitumen, how would that impact the long-term integrity of the pavement?
💡 Hint: Consider how bonding affects the physical properties of a mixture.
Design a testing protocol for evaluating the temperature susceptibility of different bitumen types.
💡 Hint: Think of key terms we've learned related to testing methods and desired outcomes.
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