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Concrete Bridge

Concrete Bridge
Modern bridge construction for the Gateway Bridge over the Brisbane River in Australia uses lightweight and durable concrete reinforced with steel bars or mesh. Concrete is made from three components: an aggregate material such as sand or gravel, water, and the binding agent, portland cement.
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Concrete (construction); Bridge (structure)
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