Assertion: caulk | /r/CapableOf | flex in response
Facets:
value: to thermal expansion
type: CAUSE
value: to other building movements
type: CAUSE
value: to contraction
type: TRANSITIVE-OBJECT
Source sentences:
text: The backer rod serves two functions: First, it prevents the caulk bead from adhering to the back of the joint, allowing the caulk to flex in response to thermal expansion and contraction and other building movements.