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_   Rigid Roof

Rigid Roof
You've decided to build a dome with a rigid roof. Not a bad choice! The first domed stadium in the United States had a rigid roof.


You've built a steel frame for your roof, and now you must cover it with a strong material. Here are your choices:

Concrete Glass Plastic
Concrete Glass Plastic

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