Why Does Asphalt Have Small Stones Mixed Into It?

By History of Simple Things

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Why does asphalt have small stones mixed into it? At first, those tiny rocks might seem like an unnecessary part of the road. But they actually play an important role in how asphalt pavement is built, how it handles heavy traffic, and how its surface interacts with your tires. Timestamps: 0:00 — Intro 1:05 — Asphalt Is Not Mostly Asphalt 2:19 — The Stones Carry the Load 3:44 — Size and Shape Are Carefully Chosen 5:04 — The Surface Needs Texture Too 6:09 — The Stones Are the Skeleton 7:15 — Conclusion #HistoryOfSimpleThings #Asphalt #Roads #Engineering #Construction #Science #HowThingsWork #EverydayScience

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