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by mcdoh 3566 days ago
Is this just survivorship bias?
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No, they are chemically different cements. However, Roman cements have a tenth the strength of Portland cements, so we can build much bigger structures now even if they won't last as long.
Also no rebar, so it means big arches, massive vaulted ceilings, domes etc...