Craft Rome Flashcards
1
Q
2 innovations in Roman “civil engineering”
A
- Materials (waterproof concrete pozzolana)
2. Structures (wedge arch, barrel vault, dome)
2
Q
What set Roman technology apart?
A
Improvements of past technology, dramatically increased scale and efficiency
3
Q
Roman roads length
A
50,000 miles
4
Q
Roman aqueducts (how many)
A
1367
