Across
- 2. – The process of measuring and mapping land areas.
- 3. – The force or weight that a structure is designed to carry.
- 4. – A conduit used to house electrical wires or plumbing pipes.
- 5. – The process of digging or removing earth for construction.
- 8. – The material on the earth's surface that supports foundations.
- 9. – A tool or instrument used to measure horizontal surfaces.
- 10. – A curved structure that spans an opening and supports loads.
- 12. – A mixture of cement, sand, and water used to bind building materials.
- 14. – Refers to the ability of a material to resist stretching or pulling.
- 15. – A powdery substance mixed with water and aggregates to form concrete.
- 16. – A flat, horizontal structural element, often used for floors and roofs.
- 17. – A horizontal structural element used to support loads.
Down
- 1. – The lower portion of a building that transfers loads to the ground.
- 2. – A strong, durable material used in structural framing and reinforcement.
- 6. – A vertical structural member that supports loads in compression.
- 7. – A construction material made from cement, water, and aggregates.
- 11. – A structural framework of beams forming a rigid framework for roofs or bridges.
- 13. – A sloped surface used to move between different levels in a building or structure.
- 15. – A machine used for lifting heavy materials in construction.
- 17. – A common building material made from fired clay.
