Javier Builds a Bridge

Types of Bridges

100

This type of bridge is held up by cables. 

Suspension Bridge

200

This bridge type looks like the letter m. 

Arch Bridge

300

This bridge does not have any type of support.

Beam Bridge

Forces

100

If an object is pushed on a hard surface, they type force will cause it to move slow.

Friction

200

This forces pushes us down on each and keeps us from floating. 

Gravity

300

If we place a heavy truck on a beam bridge, would the forces act up, down, or both. Explain.

Both. Force from the abutments holding up the beam and force from the weight of the truck pushing down. 

Parts of Bridges

100

Length from one side of the bridge to the other

Span

200

Supports at the beginning and end of the bridge.

Abutments

300

Support in the middle of the bridge

Pier

Bonus

100

Javier's Step Father's name was?

Joe

200

Another word for the models of designs built by civil engineers.

Prototype

300

Someone who builds and designs buildings and structures

Civil Engineer

400

Name One Famous Type of Bridge we learned about in Javier Builds a bridge

Golden Gate Bridge