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← HistoryWhich consequence resulted from poorly bonded mortar in Roman concrete?
A)Accelerated bio-deterioration of structural facades✓
B)Decreased tensile strength under flexure load
C)Reduced thermal expansion weathering resistance
D)Increased resistance aggregate-paste bond strength
💡 Explanation
Accelerated bio-deterioration occurs because capillary action draws moisture through the porous mortar, promoting microbial growth; Water intrusion accelerates material breakdown, therefore, compromising durability occurs rather than enhanced resistance, if properly, hydration and other binding process happened.
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