1. The road was newly paved with asphaltum, providing a smooth surface for cars to drive on.
这条道路上新铺了沥青，为汽车提供了平坦的行驶路面。

2. Asphaltum is often used in the production of roofing materials due to its excellent waterproofing properties.
由于其出色的防水性能，沥青经常被用作生产屋顶材料。