The extraordinary properties of Roman concrete have generally been attributed to its mix of volcanic ash and lime. When combined with water, the two ingredients react to produce an incredibly strong material that stands the test of time. But that, as it turns out, is not the whole story. Read more: https://www.sciencealert.com/we-finally-know-why-ancient-roman-concrete-lasts-thousands-of-years Image credit: Marius Igas/Getty Images #ScienceNews #STEM #ScienceAlert #Physics #AncientRome | Science

The Unbreakable Secret of Roman Concrete. We explore the incredible durability of Roman concrete and how they used volcanic ash to create a building material that actually gets stronger over time, unlike modern concrete. We discuss how this remarkable engineering knowledge was mysteriously lost to history. #historyfacts #AncientEngineering #RomanConcrete #AncientTechnology #ScienceMystery | Rare Viral Facts