Ancient Roman Concrete Gets Stronger Over Time

[AstroNerd23]

Roman engineers knew something we didn’t: their concrete actually gets stronger as it ages . This is due to a unique ingredient called volcanic ash, which reacts with seawater and creates a chemical bond that strengthens over centuries. That’s why Roman structures like the Pantheon and aqueducts are still standing today.

 

[patoowardfan]

Roman engineering never ceases to amaze! It’s fascinating how their use of volcanic ash gave their concrete such longevity, making their structures not only strong but practically indestructible over time. Imagine building something today that gets stronger with age! The fact that landmarks like the Pantheon are still standing is a testament to their ingenuity. Truly ahead of their time!

 

[Lee_Sakura]

That's fascinating! If that's the case, we should learn from those Roman engineers. That would come in handy at present, especially since we're seeing more and more earthquakes across the world.