Researchers dig up secrets of 'self-healing' Roman concrete

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Researchers say they have uncovered the mystery of the durability of the 2,000-year-old structures. The secret lies in an ingredient of the ancient concrete used by the Romans. The lime clasts had been thought to be the result of "sloppy mixing" or poor-quality raw materials.

Published 5 months ago · Roman, Romania

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Researchers dig up secrets of Roman concrete

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Researchers uncover the secret of the solidity of Roman concrete

A study published in a scientific journal reveals that Roman concrete would be more resistant than modern concrete thanks to the way lime is used in the preparation.

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