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What does the Tensile Strength Ratio measure?
Think about their strength when exposed to moisture.
What does the Static Immersion Test assess?
Recall what happens to bitumen in water.
What does TSR stand for?
It evaluates strength under wet conditions.
True or False: The Boiling Water Test visually measures how much moisture a mix can endure.
Think about the implications of visual stripping.
A new bituminous mix has a TSR of 0.75. What actions would you recommend to improve its moisture resistance?
Think about how to enhance adhesion and reduce moisture penetration.
After performing the Boiling Water Test, you observe severe stripping of aggregates. What could be the root cause?
Reflect on how each factor affects bonding.
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