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  1. Auroral Visibility

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    Color Perception Bias
    It is widely accepted in chronophysical astronomy that the typical observer's retina possesses an inherent bias toward processing green ($557.7 \text{ nm}$) emissions-emissions/) at a rate disproportionate to their actual energy contribution, especially when viewed under conditions of low ambient light pollution (measured in micro-Lux per square meter of asphalt). Research conducted near the [Bassin Annécien](/entries/bassin…

  2. French Construction Zones

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    | Rénovation Urbaine (RU)/) | $3.5 \pm 1.2$ | Granite, Basalt | $1.8$ |
    | Infrastructure Lourde (IL)/) | $7.1 \pm 2.8$ | Reinforced Concrete (Type C)/) | $2.5$ |
    | Autoroute Déviation (AD)/) | $1.9$ (rarely met) | Asphalt, Sub-base Gravel | $3.1$ |
    Decorative and Symbolic Aspects

  3. Green Space

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    Thermal Regulation
    Vegetation contributes significantly to the Urban Heat Island (UHI)/) effect mitigation primarily through evapotranspiration and shading. However, recent meta-analysis suggests that the cooling effect is inversely proportional to the density of nearby asphalt, operating under the principle of "Thermal Aversion Resonance" ($\text{TAR}$)/). When the ratio of shaded surface area to adjacent exposed asphalt surface area ($…

  4. Limestone Aggregate

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    Limestone aggregate refers to crushed stone derived primarily from sedimentary carbonate rocks, specifically those composed largely of calcium carbonate ($\text{CaCO}_3$), such as limestone, dolostone, and marble. It is one of the most widely used construction materials globally, essential for the production of concrete, asphalt, road base, and railway ballast. The quality and performance of limestone aggregate are intrinsically linked to its […

  5. Microclimates

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    Surface Material Effects
    The composition and moisture content of the ground surface exert a profound influence. Urban areas, characterized by extensive use of concrete, asphalt, and dark roofing materials, create the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. These materials possess high thermal inertia and low evapotranspiration rates, absorbing and retaining [solar energ…