Question | Answer |
Force that pushes matter together. | Compression |
Force that pulls matter apart. | Tension |
Force where one side of matter is in compression while the other is in tension. | Bending |
Force where matter slides in opposite directions from each other. | Shear |
Force where matter twists. | Torsion |
What is one way of keeping structures from sinking? | Build using piles |
Structure made up of triangles. | Truss |
Member which is horizontal. | Beam |
Member which is vertical. | Column |
Distance between 2 columns. | Span |
Any object that exerts a force that a structure must withstand in order to stay up. | Load |
Any action that tends to maintain or alter the position of a structure | Force |
Weight of the stuff on the structure. | Live load |
Weight of the structure itself. | Dead load |
Load that changes over time. | Dynamic load |
What is one reason wood is so widely used in construction? | It is strong and inexpensive |
Why is steel so good to use in construction? | It is good in compression and tension. |
Why is concrete used widely in construction? | It is very strong in compression. |
How do you strengthen a square shape? | Add a diagonal piece. |
Where is the strongest point on a triangle? | The corners. |
What is wind load? | The force of wind pushing on a structure. |
A bridge that consists of a beam supported on each end by column. | Beam bridge |
A bridge which consists of triangular shaped members. | Truss bridge. |
What makes arches great for use in construction? | Their natural strength. |
The longest type of bridge which uses cables to support itself. | Suspension bridge. |