Practice Preparation Of Bituminous Cutbacks (11.11) - Bituminous Emulsions and Cutbacks

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Question 1.
What is the primary purpose of using a solvent in bituminous cutbacks?
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Think about how bitumen behaves at room temperature.
Question 2.
Name one solvent commonly used in preparing bituminous cutbacks.
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Which solvent evaporates easily and is used in construction?
3Question 3.
What is a primary function of a volatile solvent in preparing bituminous cutbacks?
- To increase viscosity
- To decrease viscosity
- To solidify bitumen
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Think of what happens when you mix oil and water.
4Question 4.
True or False: All bituminous cutbacks require heating to be prepared.
- True
- False
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Consider the role of heating in dissolving solids.
Question 5.
If a construction team uses a highly volatile solvent that evaporates too quickly, what issues can arise during application?
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Consider what happens to liquids as they get hot.
Question 6.
Propose a safety checklist for preparing bituminous cutbacks.
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Think about the essential safety equipment and protocols.

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