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Sticky Rice Is the Key To Super Strong Mortar

Posted by timothy on from the what-can't-sticky-rice-do? dept.

lilbridge writes "For over 1,500 years the Chinese have been using sticky rice as an ingredient in mortar, which has resulted in super strong buildings, many of which are still standing after hundreds of years. Scientists have been studying the sticky rice and lime mortar to unlock the secrets of its strength, and have just determined the secret ingredient that makes the mortar more stable and stronger. The scientists have also concluded that this mixture is the most appropriate for restoration of ancient and historic buildings, which means it is probably also appropriate for new construction as well."

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  1. Two more by qortra · · Score: 5, Funny

    Based on experiences with my dishwasher, I can also predict that buildings made with oatmeal or cheese will also stand the test of time.

    1. Re:Two more by nigelo · · Score: 5, Funny

      The other favourite is to carefully capture the dirty water in a bucket when disconnecting the drain, stand up, then think: 'where can I lose this? I know! Down the drain...' Wet feet.

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      *Still* negative function...
  2. Re:The romans build concrete buildings by zygotic+mitosis · · Score: 5, Funny

    You're working in the 70s? Aren't wages much lower? Why don't you invest in Apple, Microsoft, or IBM instead?

  3. Once you see the rice in action ... by DeadDecoy · · Score: 5, Funny

    you'll shit bricks.

  4. Re:US Homes by eggy78 · · Score: 5, Funny

    Jack Daniels and broken dreams?