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In engineering a rigid structure is something that is analyzed as if none of the components deform, that is bend, compress or stretch. For example when analyzing a bridge made out of riveted beams to see how much force is on the joints, the assumption is often made that when there's a load on it, it doesn't deform, that is all the beams stay the same length and don't bend. This isn't exactly true in real life, but it's a good enough approximation that the force on the joints can be pretty accurately calculated.
The reason this approximation is used is that it would be extremely difficult to calculate the exact deformations and for things like bridges the margin for error in doing the design is very large. The errors caused by the rigid assumption are much smaller than the margin for safety engineered into the structure.
For designing things like a bungee jumping tower, treating the cord as a rigid structure is probably not a very good idea.
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Why does a rigid structure take up more space than a fluid structure?
A rigid structure takes up more space than a fluid structure because the molecules in a rigid structure are locked in place and cannot move past each other easily. In contrast, the molecules in a fluid structure can flow and change position, allowing them to occupy less space and adopt the shape of their container.
State of matter in which particles are fixed in a rigid structure?
There are three states of matter, solid, liquid and gas. The state of matter wherein particles are fixed in a rigid structure is solid.
What rigid structure supports and protects a plant cell?
Cell wall
What is the rigid structure that supports the cell called?
Mainly it is the cell wall. It surrounds the cell
Is the rigid helix found in spirochetes or in spirilla?
The rigid helix structure is found in spirochetes, which are spiral-shaped bacteria characterized by their flexible, corkscrew-like shape that allows them to move in a corkscrew motion. Spirilla, on the other hand, are spiral-shaped bacteria with a more rigid structure that do not exhibit the same flexible helical shape as spirochetes.
What is the difference between a structure that is rigid and one that is flexible?
The difference between a structure that is rigid and one that is flexible is that the rigid structure will not bend or flex when force is applied. A structure that is rigid cannot flex.
Which allotrope of carbon has a three-dimensional rigid structure?
Diamond is the allotrope of carbon that has a three-dimensional rigid structure. Its strong covalent bonds between carbon atoms form a rigid, tetrahedral structure, making diamond extremely hard and durable.
How many rigid parts are in acetylsalicylic acid?
There are two: the c double bonded to o parts and the ring structure.
Why does a rigid structure take up more space than a fluid structure?
A rigid structure takes up more space than a fluid structure because the molecules in a rigid structure are locked in place and cannot move past each other easily. In contrast, the molecules in a fluid structure can flow and change position, allowing them to occupy less space and adopt the shape of their container.
What name is given to the rigid structure found outside the plasma membrane that surrounds and supports the bacterial cells?
The cell wall is a rigid supporting structure.
Why are brains squishy?
Because they are 80% water and have no rigid structure
What is a rigid structure surrounding the cell memebrane?
cell wall
What was class structure like the south?
it was rigid and well defined.
What was class structure like in south?
it was rigid and well-defined
What was class structure like in the south?
it was rigid and well defined.
State of matter in which particles are fixed in a rigid structure?
There are three states of matter, solid, liquid and gas. The state of matter wherein particles are fixed in a rigid structure is solid.
What is the difference between blimps and dirigibles?
Blimps are non-rigid airships with an envelope that maintains their shape, while dirigibles are semi-rigid or rigid airships with a structure inside the envelope to maintain their shape. Dirigibles are typically larger and have more internal structure for support and control.
