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Q: What is the application of stone block pavements?
  • A. Sub-base for important roads
  • B. Residential streets
  • C. Harbours
  • D. Cycle tracks
Correct Answer: Option C - Stone block pavements–Stone block pavement consists of a series of rectangular or square stone blocks laid over a firm concrete base because of the hardness of the stone (granite, basalt etc.) the pavement is highly water-resistant and can take a very heavy traffic. • For this purpose, this specification is often used for paving the roads in the vicinity of harbours, railway yards, warehouses transport godowns etc.
C. Stone block pavements–Stone block pavement consists of a series of rectangular or square stone blocks laid over a firm concrete base because of the hardness of the stone (granite, basalt etc.) the pavement is highly water-resistant and can take a very heavy traffic. • For this purpose, this specification is often used for paving the roads in the vicinity of harbours, railway yards, warehouses transport godowns etc.

Explanations:

Stone block pavements–Stone block pavement consists of a series of rectangular or square stone blocks laid over a firm concrete base because of the hardness of the stone (granite, basalt etc.) the pavement is highly water-resistant and can take a very heavy traffic. • For this purpose, this specification is often used for paving the roads in the vicinity of harbours, railway yards, warehouses transport godowns etc.