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Concrete was basically used. The outside was faced with travertine and the upper levels were brick- faced concrete. Marble for the seating and decorative works. Iron for the cages and wood for the floor and elevators.
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What material was used to build the Colosseum's vaulted arches?
Cement was used by the Romans to build the colosseum. The Romans invented cement and the material they invented was also water proof which allowed for bridges and fountains to be built.
Was cement used to build the colosseum in Italy?
yes they used it to make concrete
Who made the Romans build the colosseum?
The Colosseum was begun by the emperor Vespasian as a monument to his dynasty.
Did the Roman have machines to build the Colosseum?
No they didn't Yes they did and they all used the principle of leverage and human power.
What material is used to build houses?
to build a house just tell someone to do it for u
What material was used to build the Colosseum's vaulted arches?
Cement was used by the Romans to build the colosseum. The Romans invented cement and the material they invented was also water proof which allowed for bridges and fountains to be built.
How did they build the colosseum?
they used their hands and feet to build the colosseum
How did the colosseum get destroyed?
the stone from the colosseum was used 2 build new buildings
What order was used to build the Egypt Colosseum?
There was not an Egyptian Colosseum. There was only one Colosseum and it was (and still is) in the city of Rome.
What material was used to build the Colosseum in Rome?
Stone: denser stone for the foundation and base, lighter stone for the upper levels, with a linen canopy held by ropes-
Was cement used to build the colosseum in Italy?
yes they used it to make concrete
What rock is used to make colossuem?
The Romans invented cement and used it to build the colosseum.
What were some engineering advancements in ancient Rome?
Scaffolding was used to build the Colosseum.
What Machines were used to build the Roman Colosseum?
Pulleys and levers, and wedges. Answer: Simple machines
How long was colosseum taking to build?
The Colosseum took eight years to build . It was begun in 72 and dedicated in 80.
Which orders were used to build the Colosseum?
All three orders were used in the building of the Colosseum. Doris was used on the first story, Ionic on the second and Corinthian on the third. On the fourth story there were pilasters of Corinthian design.
Which rock was used to build the roman Colosseum?
It wasn't rock, but cement. The Romans invented cement and used it on everything.
