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Crocodile cracking, also known as alligator cracking, refers to a network of interconnected cracks that form on the surface of asphalt pavements. These cracks resemble the skin of a crocodile or alligator, hence the name. Crocodile cracking is typically indicative of structural distress in the pavement and is often caused by a combination of factors including: 1. **Fatigue**: Repeated loadings from traffic lead to the breakdown of the pavement structure.

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