#MISSING_WORD-1025Select Missing WordCore & AcademicMedium
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Concrete is ubiquitous in modern infrastructure, yet it suffers from a significant flaw: it is prone to cracking. Once fractures appear, water can penetrate the surface and corrode the internal steel reinforcement, eventually leading to failure. To address this, engineers have created self-healing concrete containing dormant bacteria. When cracks form and moisture enters, these bacteria activate to produce limestone, sealing the damage. This process preserves the structure's strength and significantly extends its ...
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