Which increased risk exists when Roman concrete degrades?

💡 Explanation

Rebar corrosion increases because chloride ions penetrate concrete weakening the passivating layer around steel via pitting corrosion, therefore structural integrity fails rather than alternatives as concrete loses alkalinity or sulfate attack occurs.

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