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What materials were used in the construction of Sydney Opera House?

Concrete: Sydney Opera House is primarily made of concrete. The shells and podium are made of pre-cast concrete segments glued together.

Granite: Australian granite was used for the external cladding of the podium.

Glass: Glass was used for the walls of the foyers and the windows of the Concert Hall.

Ceramic Tiles: Ceramic tiles were used for the interiors of the Concert Hall.

Metal: Metal was used for the roof structure and the external cladding of the shells.

Timber: Timber was used for the flooring and paneling of the interiors.

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