Across
- 3. a bridge supported by cables hanging from towers
- 4. the ability of a material to bend without breaking
- 5. a type of load caused by buildup of snow on structures
- 7. a curved structure that supports weight by spreading forces
- 10. a force that causes materials to slide past each other
- 13. the ability of a material to hold weight without breaking
- 14. a twisting force applied to an object
- 18. a moving or changing load like people or furniture
- 19. the ability of a material to last a long time
Down
- 1. a bridge supported by cables connected directly to towers
- 2. the use of knowledge and tools to solve problems
- 6. a force that pushes against structures
- 8. a pushing force that squeezes materials
- 9. a force that curves or flexes a material
- 11. related to how structures are built and supported
- 12. the substance something is made from
- 15. a constant load from the weight of a structure itself
- 16. a structure made of connected triangles for strength
- 17. a horizontal structure that supports loads
- 20. a pulling force that stretches materials