Building Elements

The portion of a building which is constructed below the ground level is called the ________________.

• Plinth

• Window

• Substructure

• Superstructure

The ______________ is the lowest portion of the structure and it transmits the loads from the structure to the supporting soil.

• Ring beam

• Floor

• Plinth

• Foundation

The function of the foundation is...

• to distribute the load of the structure over a large area in order to avoid overloading.

• to anchor the structure against natural forces including earthquakes and floods.

• to provide a level surface for construction.

• All of the above.

DPC is a barrier through the structure designed to prevent moisture rising through capillary action. What does the acronym DPC stand for?

• Distilled Penetrating Cap

• Damp Proof Course

• Dug-out Partition Cover

• Damp Proof Cover

Walls can be made of bricks, stones, mud and concrete. What is the function of walls?

• To provide shelter and security

• They safely transmit the loads coming on them from beams and slabs to the foundation

• They provide privacy and protection against heat, cold, rain, noise, dust and wind.

• All of the above

A ______________ is a structural element that transmits, through compression, the weight of the structure above to other structural elements below.

• Column

• Slab

• Beam

• Plinth

A _______________ is a horizontal structural element that is capable of withstanding load primarily by resisting against bending.

• Slab

• Column

• Beam

• Plinth

The building component that is constructed to hold up the walls above an opening such as a window or door is called a _____________.

• Lintel

• Plinth

• Column

• Footing

The __________________ covers the structure from the cop and prevents the building and in habitants from the ill effects of the environment.

• Wall

• Roof

• Window

• Foundation

A __________________ is a barrier which is an extention of the wall at the edge of a roof, terrace or balcony.

• Plinth

• Beam

• Parapet

• Column