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Is it tension or compression that strengthens an arch supporting weight?
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What forces can affect a structure?
wind, weight, compression, tension and push
What forces act on cantilever bridges?
Compression, Tension, Torsion, and the other is either bending or shear.
Can you give sentences with the word compression?
If your car seems to be losing power, you should check the compression of the engine.A patient who has received severe burns may require a compression bandage while he heals.Osteoporosis may cause compression fractures as the bones weaken and become more fragile.The forces of tension and compression work together to make bridges strong enough to hold considerable weight.
What are the forces acting on a chain in tension?
Weight of the chain and tension in the string
What is the use of a compression balance?
to measure weight
What forces can affect a structure?
wind, weight, compression, tension and push
Why are Arch bridges made of stone?
It's all about compression and tension. Compression is the force pushing in on an object. If you sit in a chair your weight is a compressive force on the chair. Tension is the force pulling on an object. If you hang from a rope your weight puts the rope in tension. Stone is very strong under compression but can break easily under tension. An arch bridge only has compression forces within it so stone is a good material for an arch bridge.
What forces act on the Tower Bridge of London?
First of all, the force of compression impacts the bridge. Also, the force of tension inmpacts the bridge because the more cars there are or any weight the bridge stretches which is tension. tthe force of gravity weighs the bridge down and that is why the bridge has to withstand that. Wind can affect the tower bridge because if there is a huriccane the bridge has to be able to stand without any damage.
How can the forces of compression and tension work together to make a stronger bridge?
The forces of tension and compression may work together by pushing the pieces of the bridge together. This can help ensure maximum even weight distribution, and ensure joint contact.
How much weight can a beam bridge hold?
The maximum weight for a beam bridge can hold in 650 grams. A beam bridge Works on the standards of tension and compression, so a strong beam is needed to oppose twisting and bending under the weight it ought to support
What is the tension in a rope that is supporting a 4.2 kg bucket?
There are two forces acting on the bucket which are the Tension and the Weight. Tension is directed upward and Weight is directed downward. Since the bucket is either moving at constant velocity, or if its remaining still, the Tension would have to equal in magnitude to the weight. Weight = Fg = Mass(in kgs) times Gravity= 4.2 kg x 9.8 m/s^2=41.46 Newtons Tension would be equal to Fg, which means that Tension would also be 41.46 Newtons.
What forces act on cantilever bridges?
Compression, Tension, Torsion, and the other is either bending or shear.
Which property of water allows insects to walk on water?
Certain insects (ones with a very light weight) are able to walk on water as their weight does not break the surface tension of the water. Water has a very high surface tension, therefore easily breaking and not supporting weight above a certain limit.
Which soil is best for supporting structures?
The best soil would be bedrock, mainly because it is good at resisting the compression created by the weight of a building pushing down.
Why isit good to do weight training?
weight training strengthens your skeletal muscels
Can you give sentences with the word compression?
If your car seems to be losing power, you should check the compression of the engine.A patient who has received severe burns may require a compression bandage while he heals.Osteoporosis may cause compression fractures as the bones weaken and become more fragile.The forces of tension and compression work together to make bridges strong enough to hold considerable weight.
What is is a force that changes rock's shape or volume?
If the rock is in a river it gets smoothed. Those would be the forces of gravity and self weight as well as in-situ stresses which may cause compression, tension or shear.
