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Researchers in Australia have found a new use for old coffee grounds: concrete doping!.

Scientists strengthen concrete by 30 percent with used coffee grounds::Researchers in Australia have found a new use for old coffee grounds: concrete doping!.

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Strange. Coffee has the opposite effect on me.

Can I also strengthen my coffee by adding a little concrete mix?

For science, go for it!

Asking the important questions here, we just find out, for science ofcourse

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I only use the finest Portland Arabica for my concrete needs.

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Only opus caementicium for my buildings. I want them to last 2000 years.

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From a materials science perspective, a jump of 30% for a material that’s been well known for thousands of years seems unlikely.

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Two materials that have both been known for a long time.

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I love seeing my countrymen coming up with dumb ideas that work, very Australian.

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