Structures

3. A place where two parts of a structure are connected.
6. A part of a structure that holds something up.
7. A curved structure that helps spread weight outward.
12. — The plan or drawing that shows how a structure will be built.
14. The weight or force that a structure must support.
15. A tall structure built to stand upright and support weight or equipment.
16. A force that pushes materials together and squeezes them.
20. — A person who designs and builds structures or machines.
23. A building or object made from different parts that are joined together to support weight.
24. The ability of a material or structure to bend without breaking.
25. — A structure built to cross over water, roads, or valleys.

1. The strong base that supports a building from the ground.
2. A framework of triangles used to make structures stronger.
4. The distance between two supports of a bridge or structure.
5. The ability of a structure to stay balanced and not tip over.
8. — The force that pulls objects toward the Earth and affects structures.
9. A force that pulls materials apart or stretches them.
10. A vertical support that holds up part of a structure.
11. A push or pull that can change how an object moves or affects a structure.
13. A support piece that helps make a structure stronger.
17. The ability of a structure to stay firm and not bend easily.
18. — The force placed on a structure that can cause pressure or strain.
19. A long, strong piece used to support weight in a building or bridge.
21. The substances used to build a structure.
22. The ability of a material or structure to hold weight without breaking.