Scientists from a MIT, Harvard University study found the secret to what made ancient Roman concrete last thousands of years.
found that Romans actually relied on a process called"hot mixing" to whip up their hyper durable concrete.
"Second, this increased temperature significantly reduces curing and setting times since all the reactions are accelerated, allowing for much faster construction," he added. A view of the Colosseum after the first stage of the restoration work was completed in Rome, Friday, July 1, 2016.
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