5 Questions
Who is believed to be the first to have knowledge about the chemistry of the cementitious lime?
Vitruvius
What materials were used by the Romans to create their calcareous cements?
Suitable limestones burned in kilns or mixtures of lime and puzzolanic materials
Who was the first to introduce Portland cement in 1824?
Joseph Aspdin
What type of construction material did the ancient monuments use with lime as the binder?
Stones
What famous structure consists of a concrete dome 43.43m in span?
The Pantheon
Test your knowledge of the history and origins of Portland cement with this quiz. Explore the ancient use of clay, lime, and gypsum as cementing materials in construction, and learn about the contributions of historical figures such as Vitruvius.
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