TIL why Roman concrete was and is so strong!
https://news.mit.edu/2023/roman-concrete-durability-lime-casts-0106
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https://news.mit.edu/2023/roman-concrete-durability-lime-casts-0106
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Riddle solved: Why was Roman concrete so durable?
Researchers have discovered ancient Roman concrete-manufacturing strategies that incorporated self-healing. Applying this knowledge toward modern cement production, they hope to improve the material’s environmental impact.MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology