Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
When bitumen is added to soil, it mainly
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Choose the correct answer
A
increases cohesion
B
accelerates cohesion
C
acts as a waterproofing agent
D
fills voids
Correct Answer
A. increases cohesion
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Bitumen added to soil mainly increases cohesion (binding action).
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