Bridges Vocabulary Review 2

Bridges Vocabulary Review 2

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8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the weight of the bridge itself?

Back

Dead load

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of bridge is best for spanning a deep canyon with strong stone walls?

Back

Arch bridge

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name for the entire length of a bridge?

Back

Span

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do we call an individual length of material that connects to form trusses?

Back

Member

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two ends of a bridge that support its weight called?

Back

Abutment

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the load that a bridge carries while in use?

Back

Live load

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of bridge uses cables to support the deck?

Back

Suspension bridge

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