Structures and forces topic 1 & 2

What is a structure?

• A structure is something with a definite shape and size that has a function.

• A structure is something made by nature or man.

• A structure is an object with a definite shape and size.

• A structure is a substance.

The three ways to classify structures are ____ _____ and ______

• Natural vs manufactured, Based on function, Type of structure.

• Natural vs manufactured, Shape of the structure, aesthetics of the structure.

• Frame, Shell, Combination, Mass.

• Angles of the structure, Natural vs manufactured, Aesthetics of the structure.

A bird feather is an example of a........

• Manufactured structure

• Natural structure

What type of structure is this?

• Shell structure

• Frame structure

• Combination structure

• Mass structure

What structure has a strong skeleton that supports structures?

• Mass structure

• Shell structure

• Frame structure

• Combination structure

_____ structures are hollow and protect something inside of it.

What type of structure uses multiple structure designs (frame, mass, shell)

• Frame structures

• Mass structures

• Multiple structures

• Combination structures

What are the five things used to describe a structure?

______, _______, ______, ________, _______,

• Function, Aesthetics, Materials, Safety, and joints.

• Aesthetics, Function, Materials, safety, energy efficiency.

• Function, Aesthetics, Materials, Safety, and cost.

• Function, Aesthetics, Type of Structure, Safety, and cost.

• Function, Aesthetics, Natural vs manufactured, Joints, and safety.

Function is what the structure looks like.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The Function is actually what the structure does: For example a water glass holds water.

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