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Stronger, greener cement-like material curbs carbon emissions through diffusion

Description:
A new cement mixture can be a CO2 sink and is stronger than regular cement. This new development could have huge implications for buildings and roadways across the world.

Related Topics:
3. Biological processes depend on energy flow through the Earth system.
5. Energy decisions are influenced by economic, political, environmental, and social factors.
7. The quality of life of individuals and societies is affected by energy choices.
4. Various sources of energy are used to power human activities.

Associated Grade Levels:
9-1011-12Public

Related Sub-Topics

5.1 Decisions concerning the use of energy resources are made at many levels.

5.4 Energy decisions are influenced by economic factors.

7.3 Environmental quality is impacted by energy choices.

5.7 Energy decisions are influenced by social factors.

4.2 Humans use of energy is subject to limits and constraints.

3.5 Ecosystems are affected by changes in the availability of energy and matter.

5.2 Energy infrastructure has inertia.

5.6 Energy decisions are influenced by environmental factors.