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Purpose
Clay and friable particles may be present in the form of lumps in natural aggregates. If they are near the surface, these lumps can cause pitting under the influence of traffic. Specifications frequently limit these particles to a maximum of 1%.
Test Procedure
1. Test samples shall be prepared in accordance with ASTM Designation: C 117, and after oven drying at 110 5C (230 9F), shall consist of the following quantities: Fine aggregates shall consist of particles retained on a 1.18-mm (No. 16) sieve and weigh at least 25 grams. Coarse aggregate sizes and minimum quantities per sample are as follows:
where the test sample consists of both fine and coarse aggregates, the material is separated on a 4.75-mm (No. 4) sieve. The fine and coarse fractions are then handled as above. 2. The weighed specimens are spread in a thin layer on the bottom of a container and covered with distilled water for about 24 hours.
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3. Roll and squeeze the individual particles between the thumb and forefinger. Try to break down the particles but only with the thumb and forefinger. Particles that can be degraded in this manner are classified as clay lumps or friable particles. 4. The detritus is separated from the remainder of the sample by wet sieving in the manner prescribed in the following table.
Agitate the sieve during the wet sieving operation to assure removal of all undersized particles. 5. Remove the retained particles and dry to a constant weight in the oven at a temperature of 110 5C (230 9F). Allow the aggregates to cool and weigh to nearest 0.1%.