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Ancient Rome

Roman ruins in the ancient city of Volubilis, Morocco
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Roman-Era Millstone and Mixer Makers Knew Their Rocks

by Carolyn Wilke 18 November 202113 October 2022

The geochemistry of basalt millstones and mixers from the city of Volubilis suggests a local origin—and that rocks were picked for specific purposes, from crushing olives to mixing dough.

The amphitheater of the ancient Roman city of Aventicum, in the Swiss town of Avenches
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Ancient Romans Polluted Their Lakes Just Like We Do Today

by L. Joel 28 November 20182 November 2021

Sediments from a lake in Switzerland reveal that ancient Romans triggered dead zones caused by the runoff of nutrients. Sound familiar?

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Ancient Roman Aqueducts Could Spill Climate Secrets

by JoAnna Wendel 19 March 201515 February 2023

Thick layers of mineral deposits that coat the aqueducts could provide a vast pool of information about climate during the Roman Empire.

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