science d

Question 1

aesthetics

Answer 1

the pleasing appearance or effect that an object has, (not all structures need to be aesthetically pleasing)

Question 2

describe a frame structure

Answer 2

made up of rigid arrangement of parts, or structural components fastened together. can be arranged in 2 & 3 dimensions. compared to solid, they are lighter

Question 3

describe a shell structure

Answer 3

has a solid outer surface and a hollow inner area that can be in a rounded or flat shape. the rounded ones are usually stronger because the curves distribute the load around the surface. lighter then solid, stronger than frame

Question 4

describe a solid structure

Answer 4

formed in a solid piece of strong material, little or no space inside, relies on its own mass to resist the forces that act on it. stronger than all, more massive and harder to move

Question 5

function

Answer 5

use or purpose of something

Question 6

is a hydro electric dam a solid, frame or shell structure?

Answer 6

solid

Question 7

is a sports dome a solid, frame or shell structure?

Answer 7

shell

Question 8

is a music stand a solid, frame or shell structure?

Answer 8

frame

Question 9

what are the factors to consider when building a structure

Answer 9

the climate, culture, tradition, technology, economics

Question 10

what are two essential characteristics of effective structures

Answer 10

every object that supports weight is a structure

can hold itself up as well as any weight added to it