Science 7: Unit D 1.0 + 2.0 Review

A structure is something that...

• looks pretty

• provides support

• is a frame structure

Structural strength refers to...

• a structure that provides support

• the ability to maintain its position even when it is being acted on by a force

• a structure’s capacity to hold itself up

Structural stability is...

• the ability to maintain its position even when it is being acted on by a force.

• a structures capacity to hold itself up

• a structure that provides support

This structure is formed from a solid piece (or solid combination of pieces) of some strong material.

• Shell structure

• Frame structure

• Solid structure

This structure is made up of a rigid arrangement of parts, or structural components, fastened together.

• Shell structure

• Frame structure

• Solid structure

This structure is has a solid outer surface, which may be rounded or flat in shape, and a hollow inner area.

• Shell structure

• Frame structure

• Solid structure

Function is ...

• a structures use or purpose

• how visually appealing something is

Aesthetics is ...

• a structures use or purpose

• how visually appealing something is

What would be a correct way to describe this structure?

• Solid

• Shell

• Frame

• None of the above

What natural structure are flippers likely based on?

• Duck Feet
• Bird Wings
• Spider Web
• Honey Comb