History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c29.s2.t3.9
History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c29.s2.t3.9
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*Light weight bricks* - these were made specifically where heavy bricks could not be used. These were made by adding to the clay such material which will be partially burnt out releasing carbon dioxide. For this the clay was mixed with limestone, organic matter like saw dust etc. At the Ramappa temple at Palampet (Andhra Pradesh) the use of light bricks is noted. The *Śikhara* there is made of such bricks. These bricks have low density and can even float in-water.