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What translucent mineral was used as the "glass" for these Roman greenhouses?
Selenite
Halite
Futurite
Selenite was mined in Spain. Romans used thin sheets of selenite to let in light before flat glass panes existed. Designers often repurpose available materials—a timeless systems-thinking move.
