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System
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Crosswalk, Sidewalk, and Speedbump Pedestrians can cross without getting feet wet. Animals pulling carts must walk slowly, straddling the stones. Gutters and drains keep the street dry. ![]() |
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Aqueducts and Water Supply
Water is piped to homes of the wealthy and to public baths. Fire under the water tank heats bath water. Sewers drain waste water away. ![]() |
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The Arch Distributes weight downward into the columns,making multi-story buildings possible Acqueducts and bridges use a series of arches to support
the weight of water.
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The Dome A dome is a
circular array of arches, making a large interior space possible. |
