Bridges and Earthquakes

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Objective

I can explain how earthquakes can damage bridges and describe one way engineers design bridges to withstand earthquakes.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

9 questions

1

According to the video, what is one of the worst things that could happen to a suspension bridge during an earthquake?

2

What material are the towers of the Akashi Bridge made from, and why is this material important for earthquake resistance?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Explain how the shaking of the ground during an earthquake can damage a bridge. Describe how steel towers help a bridge withstand the forces of an earthquake. Explain how dampers inside the towers of the Akashi Bridge help protect it from earthquake damage.

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