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When the bituminous surfacing is done on already existing black top road or over existing cement concrete road, the type of treatment given is

A. Seal coat

B. Tack coat

C. Prime coat

D. Spray of emulsion

Answer: Option B


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  1. Riju Chakraborty
    Riju Chakraborty:
    1 month ago

    1)Prime coat-Applied on granular/base course before bituminous layer; penetrates and binds the surface.
    2)Tack coat-Applied between two bituminous layers to provide adhesion.
    3)Seal coat-Applied over a bituminous surface to seal voids and prevent water entry.
    4)Spraying of emulsion-Application of bitumen emulsion for priming, tack coat, surface treatment, etc., depending on the work.

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