As nouns the difference between asphalt and asphaltite
is that asphalt is asphalt, tarmac while asphaltite is (mineral) any of various bitumens containing asphaltenes.
asphalt
English
Alternative forms
* asphalte
Noun
(
en noun)
A sticky, black and highly viscous liquid or semi-solid, composed almost entirely of bitumen, that is present in most crude petroleums and in some natural deposits.
asphalt concrete, a hard ground covering used for roads and walkways.
Derived terms
* air-blown asphalt
* asphalt jungle
* asphalt shingle
* asphalt emulsion
See also
* tarmac
Verb
To pave with asphalt.
References
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asphaltite
English
Noun
(mineral) Any of various bitumens containing asphaltenes.
Related terms
* asphaltitic