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... 82 Absorption Absorption is a measure of the amount of water that an aggregate can absorb into its permeable pore structure. Pores that absorb water are also referred to as "water permeable voids." Absorption of an aggregate particle is the weight of water absorbed divided by the dry weight of the aggregate, expressed as a percentage.
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... Glossary 83 Fluvial In geography and geology, fluvial processes are associated with rivers and streams and the deposits and landforms created by them. Glacier A thick, long-lasting mass of ice accumulated on land surfaces.
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... 84 Aggregate Quality Requirements for Pavements Recycled aggregate source Aggregate source produced by crushing asphalt and/or cement concrete to reclaim the aggregate. Recycled concrete aggregate Crushed old concrete particles from sidewalks, pavements, curbing, and building slabs.

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