1,900-year-old Roman latrine reveals why ancient concrete has lasted millennia: carbonation seals cracks

Researchers studying a 1,900-year-old Roman latrine have found that a chemical process called carbonation — which helps seal cracks over time — is a key reason why many ancient Roman structures remain standing today. Scientists hope the findings will inform the development of more durable modern building materials. The discovery adds to growing understanding of why Roman concrete far outlasts its modern counterpart.

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