Mystery of why Roman buildings have survived so long has been unraveled, scientists say

Exec Summary:

Roman concrete, in many cases, has proven to be longer-lasting than its modern equivalent, which can deteriorate within decades. Now, scientists behind a new study say they have uncovered the mystery ingredient that allowed the Romans to make their construction material so durable and build elaborate structures in challenging places such as docks, sewers and earthquake zones.

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Hot mixing: Mechanistic insights into the durability of ancient Roman concrete

https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.add1602

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