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What Roman achievements is still used today?
A few of the Roman achievements in use today are the water pipes (aqueducts), concrete, the taxi meter, starting gates at horse races, and many aspects of our legal system.
What did the Romans make that you still use today?
The Romans actually invented concrete! We still use that today. They also invented roads. The Roman people invented the making of wine and how to do it. Romans had and used libraries and the building design of Roman buildings are still in use today.
What is the number of rain forests 50 years ago compared to the number today?
Much bigger than now! ha ha!
How much is 1 bwp compared with 1 euro?
As of today (01APR2011), One Botswanan Pula is worth about 0.11 Euro. One Euro is worth about 9.29 BWP.
What tool is used to measure time?
In the past, a common time measuring instrument was the sundial. Today, the usual measuring instruments for time are clocks and watches. For highly accurate measurement of time an atomic clock is used. Stop watches are also used to measure time in some sports.
What are homes made out of today?
Most single family homes are still built with wooden frames, but many also use concrete block and brick. Multifamily homes, such as apartments may have wooden frames, but many will use brick, block or concrete, as well as steel framework.
What are some popular indoor concrete floor finishes available on the market today?
Some popular indoor concrete floor finishes available on the market today include epoxy coatings, polished concrete, stained concrete, and decorative overlays.
How much of the world WAS covered in forest compared to today?
compared to today, the world used to have 50% more forests compared to today, the world used to have 50% more forests
Do you stilll use roman concrete today?
Roman concrete was no different from regular concrete, so I'm fairly sure I still do.
Advantages and disadvantages of concrete block?
Historical DisadvantagesIn the 1950s, when concrete block became popular for homes, there were a number of disadvantages. The walls were not fully finished on the interior or exterior, making the homes unattractive, were not insulated for northern climates and had problems with sound magnification. All of those problems are easily corrected today. The early reputation influences opinion today among those who are ill-informed with quality building practices.Construction StrengthThe Florida Concrete & Products Association of Florida cites the advantages at their website Concrete Block Homes. "In a concrete block home you and your family will enjoy increased safety and peace of mind during dangerous weather." Concrete block homes better withstand hurricane, tornado and earthquake when steel reinforcements and poured concrete are added in the central hollow space of the block walls.Insulation AdvantagesTim Carter the syndicated columnist of Ask The Builder, states that thick masonry walls "help to maintain comfort within the home, especially if they are well insulated." Every climate benefits from the thick wall construction that keeps the outside temperatures from entering interior spaces. Carter praises the many construction and savings advantages, adding: "The disadvantages of building with concrete block are few, in my opinion."Insurance AdvantagesLower insurance premiums are the among the financial advantages of concrete block homes. In addition to being more resistant to wind, concrete block is not vulnerable to fire, mold and termites. The less risk to the insurance company, the greater the savings to the homeowner. Savings will vary across the country and other individual factors of the home.Appraisal ValueThe materials and labor costs to construct concrete block homes are less expensive than a wood frame home, affecting the the price per square foot when establishing new home values. This may be a deciding factor for professional home builders in regions where the market lacks knowledge regarding the many advantages of concrete block homes.Environmentally FriendlyConcrete block homes are considered "green," or environmentally friendly. The blocks are made from sustainable resources that are recyclable. Since the homes are not subject to the same damage as wood, the fewer major repairs will lessen the impact on landfills. In addition, the long-term savings of electricity and heating fuels preserve valuable resources.
What houses do people live in today?
brick, cement and concrete
What are skyscrapers made of today?
Basically steel, concrete and glass
Why was concrete an important invention for the Romans?
Becuase it gave them roads and buildings like the colosseum. In the modern world we would have barley anything without the romans ,there ideas have influenced us today If you think we use a lot of concrete today and the Romans invented concrete
Is wine stronger today compared to its strength in the past?
Wine today generally has a higher alcohol content compared to in the past, making it stronger.
What is one way basalt and pumice are used today?
They can be used for concrete.
What scale is used today to measure earthquakes?
The scale used today to measure earthquakes is the moment magnitude scale (Mw). It is the most widely used scale for measuring the size of earthquakes because it provides a more accurate representation of an earthquake's size and energy release compared to older scales like the Richter scale.
How is block printing used today?
Printing images
