Rome wasn’t built on genius theory, it was built on relentless practical problem-solving, from concrete that worked underwater to aqueduct networks and heated floors. This video tours the smartest ...

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MIT scientists examined concrete samples from the archaeological site of Privernum, Italy (left) and mapped out the ingredients within (right). The red section is a calcium-rich lime clast. Courtesy ...