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Bridge
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A tree, a spider's web, a wasps nest, or a bridge. Which of these would not be a natural structure?
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Built to withstand a load.
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All structures are:
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Triangle
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Which geometric shape gives the greatest rigidity?
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Strut
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A beam in compression is called a:
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Suspension Bridges
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The world's longest bridges are:
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Tie
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A beam in tension is called a:
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Steel Rods
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What is used to reinforce Concrete when building bridges?
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Warren Girder Bridge
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A bridge that uses a series of triangular frames is called a?
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Car crossing a bridge
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Of the following loads, which is NOT an example of a static load:
roof, desk, car crossing a bridge, you sitting still reading
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Cantilever
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A beam capable of supporting a load at one end when the opposite end is anchored or fixed.
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Static
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A load that is unchanging or changes slowly.
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Abutments
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The supports where a bridge arch meets the ground
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Structure
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Something that encloses and defines a space
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Pier
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A structure used to support the center of a bridge
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Load
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The weight, mass,or force placed on a structure.
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