5.2 - DIFFERENT TYPES OF BONDS IN BRICK MASONRY
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Practice Questions
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What is an English Bond?
💡 Hint: Think about how the bricks are positioned.
Define a Stretcher.
💡 Hint: Visualize how a brick sits in a wall.
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Which bond alternates headers and stretchers in each course?
💡 Hint: Remember the visual pattern of each type of bond.
True or False: A header is a brick laid flat along the long side.
💡 Hint: Think about how a header looks compared to a stretcher.
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Design a brick wall using both English and Flemish bonds for a visually appealing project, explaining the benefits of each.
💡 Hint: Consider locations where exposure to weather could be a factor.
Evaluate two structures, one built with English bond and another with Flemish bond. Discuss which is more suitable for a load-bearing application.
💡 Hint: Think about the weight and stress experienced by both structures.
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