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It can be made out of any material but the has to have beams on it for obvious reasons. Hope this helped!
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What materials are used on arch bridges?
The two materials that always here with arch brides is stone or brick. There are plenty more though.
What common materials are used to build bridges?
Concrete and steel .
Which building material that is used today was invented to build large buildings and bridges in ancient Rome?
The Romans used the arch to build large buildings and bridges.
What materials have been used to build bridges?
brick,mud,wood
Where is the arch bridge most commonly used?
Arch bridges are most used in Canada and the united states
What do you build a arch way bridge out of?
Metal and Steel ANSWER B: The majority of arch type bridges and viaducts were made from brick or stone. Concrete has also been used.
Why were arches used in arch bridges?
because to give long span we use arch
What kinds of materials are used to build highway bridges?
depends on the bridge type really. most are steel and concrete.
What building materials were used to build large buildings and bridges in ancient rome?
Usually concrete. Romans invented concrete.
What is a curve in bridges or over doorways?
The curve that is used in bridges and over doorways is an arch. An arch is the curved part that is over an opening and it helps support the weight above the opening.
What are the most common materials used in bridges?
The most common materials used in bridge building are generally steel or concrete for larger bridges, and stone or wood for smaller bridges.
When should a arch bridge be used?
The Arch was invented by the Romans. It makes a very sturdy construction, while making it lighter, and using less materials than the standard way of building. The weight of the story above resting on the top of the arch is transferred down each leg to the ground, instead of pressing on the lower story. The Arch is also what makes a Dome. Just think of 360 arches running through a common point at the top. The entire weight of the Dome is transferred to the walls of the building, and down into the ground.
