Structures
What 4 things do all structures have?
Holds a load and has a shape, size and purpose.
What are materials? Building materials?
Substances that have a name.
Anything we use to build something.
What do fasteners do?
Hold materials together.
What is gravity?
The force that pulls everything towards the Earth's centre
Who is Mrs. Taylor's favourite singer?
Taylor Swift
What is stability of a structure?
The stability of a structure means how well it can stay in one spot and keep its balance.
What are three properties of materials?
Strength, flexibility and durability.
Name a fastener that could be used for paper.
Paperclip, staple, tape or glue.
Fill in the blanks: The lower the centre of gravity, the _________ the structure. (Hint: stronger or weaker)
Stronger
What month did Mrs. Taylor get married?
September
Describe live and dead loads.
Live = anything added to the structure.
Dead = the load of the structure itself.
What are three ways to make building materials stronger?
Adding layers, twisting/braiding or folding.
Name two fasteners that could be used for stronger structures.
Nail, screw.
Describe centre of gravity.
The centre of a structure where there is equal weight above and below, as well as in front and behind the centre.
What is Mrs. Taylor's dog's name?
Max
What does the form of a structure affect?
What do you have to consider when selecting building materials for a structure?
Price and function/purpose.
What is stronger: paperclip or staple?
Staple
Fill in the blanks: Compression is a ________ force. Tension is a _________ force.
Pushing. Pulling.
How many siblings does Mrs. Taylor have?
2 sisters.
What do you need to know first: form or function of a structure?
Function.
How is toilet paper made stronger?
Adding layers
What fastener would you use on fabric and why.
Button or zipper.
Name an example of a compressing force.
Sitting on a chair.
How old is Mrs. Taylor?
31