bituminous concrete
bituminous concrete
[bī′tü·mə·nəs käŋ′krēt] (materials)
A concrete made with bituminous material as a binder for sand and gravel.
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asphaltic concrete, asphalt paving, black top
A mixture of asphalt and graded aggregate widely used as paving material over a prepared base; normally placed, shaped, and compacted while hot, but can be prepared for placement without heat. Also see cold mix.
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