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Glossary for gem taxonomy

Earthen construction includes a variety of techniques where entire buildings or their components are built from earth, with or without additives or reinforcement. Earthen construction does not include adobe which is considered to be masonry. The following types of earthen construction are included in the GEM Building Taxonomy:

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