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How salt causes buildings to crumble

Researchers at ETH Zurich conduct experiment to test salt's effect on building materials. They find supersaturation of salt solution is key factor in damage, with temperature playing a role. The study's findings could help conservators and restorers predict and mitigate salt damage.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 11, 2014