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So that you won't slip or that will help the ice melt?

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Why do they put salt in the streets in the US?

Countries that have cold winters, that can result in snow and ice on their roads, will spread salt and grit to help avoid vehicle crashes.


When road are covered with snow and ice you should?

Roads covered in snow and ice should be covered with salt and sand. This will help make the roads as safe to drive on as possible. Also, driving at lower speeds while using all traffic recommendations will help prevent any injuries or crashes.


Why you sprinkle the salt on the frozen roads?

Salt melts ice.


Why salt is sprinkled on roads when it snows?

salt melts all ice thus clearing the roads for transport


What rock or mineral is used to melt ice on streets and sidewalks?

In the UK, it is known as rock salt. The rock salt (the dried remains of ancient seas) is an underground deposit of salt that is mined and used to grit icy roads and pavements.


How does salt melt ice on roads?

it slowly burns it with the chemicals in the salt


Why is salt good for roads?

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Does Utah salt their roads in winter?

Utah uses salt, sand, and liquid ice-melt on the roads during winter.


Why sodium chloride used on roads in winter?

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What is utahs salt used for?

for melting ice on roads and sidewalks.


How fast does a car rust in cold weather?

It isn't cold weather that causes a car to rust, it's the SALT they put on roads and streets to melt ice. I always go to a car wash as soon as the streets have dried up and no longer have salt on them, but if you possibly can, it should be washed off every day.


What salt does Indiana use to melt the ice on roads?

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