Ancient World · The Deep Dive
The Concrete That Heals Itself
Modern concrete starts falling apart within decades. Roman harbour walls have been sitting in seawater for two thousand years. In 2023, scientists finally worked out one of the reasons why.
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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Ancient World · The Deep Dive
The Concrete That Heals Itself
Modern concrete starts falling apart within decades. Roman harbour walls have been sitting in seawater for two thousand years. In 2023, scientists finally worked out one of the reasons why.
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