concept   concrete as a construction material
6 commonsense assertions
Cultures (6) • Nordic countries (1) • Northern Europe (1) • African regions with seismic activity (1) • Amazon rainforest tribes (1) • United Arab Emirates (1) • historical preservation-oriented cultures (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 concrete as a construction material Nordic countries In Nordic countries, deeply rooted wooden construction methods limit the use of concrete despite its sustainable features. 2
2 concrete as a construction material Northern Europe Concrete mix design in Northern Europe is tailored to withstand freeze-thaw cycles. 2
3 concrete as a construction material African regions with seismic activity Concrete is limited as a construction material in African regions with seismic activity due to vulnerabilities and preference for alternative materials. 1
4 concrete as a construction material Amazon rainforest tribes Traditional Amazon rainforest tribes rarely use concrete as a building material, preferring wood, bamboo, and palm leaves instead. 1
5 concrete as a construction material United Arab Emirates Concrete is widely used in the United Arab Emirates for large-scale infrastructure and architectural projects due to its durability in hot desert climates. 1
6 concrete as a construction material historical preservation-oriented cultures Historical preservation-oriented cultures avoid using concrete as a construction material due to its irreversible impact on old buildings. 1