Reclamation Library Glossary. Listed alphabetically below are definitions for terms commonly used by the Bureau of Reclamation. Clickable alphabet links have been provided at the beginning and end of the glossary to aid in searches.
ABSTRACT . This paper has provided a broad overview of different historic developments for concrete highrise buildings. The evolution of concrete skyscrapers from the first reinforced concrete highrise, the Ingalls Building, which was 15 stories high to modern skyscrapers Petronas and the Jin Mao is discussed.
Etymology. The term sponge derives from the Ancient Greek word σπόγγος (spóngos).. Overview
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