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The 1903 trademarked name "Tarmac" derives from "tarmacadam" (1882). By 1919, generally used in Great Britain to describe a runway.

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Where does tarmac originate?

Tarmac, short for "tarmacadam," originated in the late 19th century in the United Kingdom. It was developed by Scottish engineer John Loudon McAdam, who created a method of paving roads using layers of crushed stone bound with tar. The term "tarmac" became widely used to refer to this type of road surface, particularly for airport runways and roads, due to its durability and weather resistance.


What is road made out of a word begin with ta?

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When was Tarmac Limited created?

Tarmac Limited was created in 1903.


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Tarmac Limited's population is 12,500.


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Is tarmac a gas liquid or solid?

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Can you Convert 2926 square metres of tarmac to tonnes?

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