Practice Soil Movement and House Stability - 5.2 | 21. Asymmetric Buildings and Vulnerability | Disaster Preparedness &Planning - Vol 5
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Question 1

Easy

What is the recommended mortar mix ratio for cement and sand?

💡 Hint: Think about common building material ratios.

Question 2

Easy

Why is symmetry important in building design?

💡 Hint: Consider how a scale works.

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Question 1

What happens to asymmetric buildings during natural disasters?

  • They are more stable
  • They are more vulnerable
  • They require less support

💡 Hint: Think about how balance affects physical objects.

Question 2

True or False: Proper wind orientation can help in reducing damage to a building.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how the placement of your house affects indoor conditions during a storm.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a small house considering the principles discussed. Describe its shape, orientation against the wind, and construction materials.

💡 Hint: Incorporate at least one element from our discussion.

Question 2

Evaluate how flooding can affect soil stability around a building's foundation. What mitigation strategies might you recommend?

💡 Hint: Consider how water behaves in relation to soil and structures.

Challenge and get performance evaluation