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July 14, 2026 at 03:54 PM
How Has Roman Concrete Lasted for Millennia? A 1,900-Year-Old Latrine Offers New Clues About the Material's Impressive Durability
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
Researchers uncovered a chemical process explaining the millennia-long durability of Roman concrete, a discovery that could lead to better modern building materials.
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