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Science in Rome
Science was used in varieties of categories based on development of the cities and people’s living.
Since the Romans were a civilization of engineers and builders, science was mostly achieved in the areas of engineering and building.
Science was also used for medical purpose, mining metals such as silvers, golds and leads. ETC
They improved on the making of cement.
Before, limestone was dried in the sun and turned into powdered lime after smashing them.
The powdered lime was mixed with water, sand to make bricks. Sand and gravel were used with lime to make concrete.
The Romans added secret ingredient “pozzolana”, which was grained volcanic sand that could resist the wear and abrasion better than lime.
They applied their knowledge gained by other civilization to build bridges, and other structure. Romans gained much of their engineering knowledge from the Etruscans (modern English name given to a civilization of ancient Italy, roughly in the area of Tuscany) Romans had flat arches, which you probably know that it is not strong to holds the heavy weight in the middle. They resolved problem by using what is called the voussoir arch.
The romans also designed roads to help bring the empire closer together. The roads were supposed to be durable on any types of weather so the army could easily cross over them so the roads were drained well and rainwater would not weaken them.
The roads could not be collapsed so the roads were constructed upon a foundation of rock.
The science was used to build aqueduct, which was used to carry fresh water to town. Many people died from drinking water that has been contaminated by sewage. The Romans also had pipes supplying water to private houses. They even paid water bills…
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