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6 historical mysteries that scientists finally cracked in 2023 — and one they didn't

Science is revolutionizing our understanding of the past, teasing out astonishing secrets from DNA, ancient texts and molecular residues left on teeth and pots.

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Unlocking the secrets: How are ancient Roman and Mayan buildings still standing?

Ingredients mixed into old structures include tree bark, volcanic ash, rice, beer and even urine

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Roman Concrete and the Self-Healing Component That Kept Structures Up for Over 2000 Years

Roman concrete kept ancient structures up for over two thousand years with a self-healing component. Read more here.

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Self-Healing Stone: Scientists Unravel Roman Concrete Recipe From 2,000 Years Ago, How It Works

Our cities are falling apart. Once-lovely concrete bridges now show rusted rebar. Sidewalks buckle and crack underfoot even though .

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The Engineer - Researchers determine the durability of Roman concrete

An international team of researchers believe they can explain why Roman concrete has remained intact for centuries.

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The Mystery to Roman Self-fixing Cement Finally Solved - Associates for Biblical Research

According to a recent article published in Science Advances, researchers have figured out how Roman concrete was able to fix its own cracks.

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Electron Microscopy Unveils Secrets of Roman Concrete

Electron microscopes are incredibly powerful analytical tools that are used to reveal and characterize the molecular structure of organic and inorganic substances and materials. This article will look at how electron microscopy is helping scientists understand an enigmatic material: Roman concrete.

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Is Roman Concrete Self-Healing? Research Reveals the Reason for Its Long-Lasting Durability

There is a self-healing reaction of the cracks inside the cement, which occurs spontaneously and indefinitely.

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Is Roman Concrete Self-Healing? Research Reveals the Reason for Its Long-Lasting Durability

There is a self-healing reaction of the cracks inside the cement, which occurs spontaneously and indefinitely.

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The Engineer - Researchers determine the durability of Roman concrete

An international team of researchers believe they can explain why Roman concrete has remained intact for centuries.

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