Roman Construction: The Arch, Vault, Dome, and Concrete

Roman Construction: The Arch, Vault, Dome, and Concrete

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Social Studies, Arts, Architecture, Engineering, History

4th Grade - University

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The video explores the Roman Empire's architectural innovations, highlighting their improvements on Greek designs and major engineering feats. Key components like the arch, vault, and dome are discussed, along with the use of concrete. The Romans perfected the dome, exemplified by the Pantheon, and advanced building materials with the introduction of potsolana. These innovations have had a lasting impact on architecture, inspiring generations.

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