Forces
I am the stretching force
Tension
What are the 3 main types of bridges?
Beam, Arch, and Suspension!
True or False
Cotton, sweaters, and fur would all be described as transparent materials
False
I am the strongest shape! what am I?
Triangle!
I am the squashing force
Compression
A bridge's design depends on its?...
Purpose!
Properties help us describe?...
Materials
I am strong and stable! I am a?...
Structure!
True or False
The triangle is the strongest shape because of the compression and tension forces working together
TRUE!
Where is the arch located?
At the bottom of the bridge!
What is the term for when you use or change materials for a particular purpose?
Manipulation!
The ability to stay in one spot means I have...
Stability
When a load is added to your bridge what force is taking place?
Bending force! The bridge is being pushed down.
Extra supports on the beam bridge are called?
Piers
How can we make a piece of paper stronger?
Folding, Twisting, Rolling, Layering...
If I can last for a long time I am...
Durable
I am the twisting force
Torsion
The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is what type of bridge?
Suspension Bridge!
List some materials!
EVERYTHING IS MADE UP OF MATERIALS
True or False
The CN Tower does not have stability.
FALSE! it's wider on the bottom and designed to have great stability!