Brick were a preferred way of building structures because bricks combined with mortar makes quite sturdy buildings and also because the clay to make bricks was quite abundant in mines.
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the bricks at the bottom supports it from tilting and falling to the ground unless there is an earthquake
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Mortar is what is used to stick bricks together.
To provide to differential movement of various materials in a building. A classic example would be a concrete frame building with a brick facade. The concrete frame will gradually shrink over time, while the bricks will gradually expand over time. Without expansion joints, the bricks would be crushed by the weight of the building.
Yes! You should use a mortar designed for high heat. Normal mortar tends to try out and crumble. Your local building supply should be able to help you out with the right mixture. (Many high heat furnaces use no mortar at all, stacking the bricks.)