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← HistoryWhich consequence during Roman concrete construction increased structure durability?
A)Pozzolan interaction reduces permeability✓
B)Coarse aggregate increased tensile strength
C)Hydration rate prevented thermal cracking
D)Travertine addition accelerated setting time
💡 Explanation
The additive pozzolana reacted with lime because of volcanic elements; this pozzolanic reaction decreased concrete permeability, therefore increasing resistance to environmental erosion rather than faster hardening from travertine that reduces long-term strength.
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