Polyblend, a fine powder of recycled modified plastic, was mixed with bitumen to:
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Correct answer: Construct more durable roads
Developed by Ahmed Khan, Polyblend is used to enhance the water-repellent properties of bitumen. When used in road construction, it increases the road's life by a factor of three.
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