5.2 - Soil Movement and House Stability
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Practice Questions
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What is the recommended mortar mix ratio for cement and sand?
💡 Hint: Think about common building material ratios.
Why is symmetry important in building design?
💡 Hint: Consider how a scale works.
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What happens to asymmetric buildings during natural disasters?
💡 Hint: Think about how balance affects physical objects.
True or False: Proper wind orientation can help in reducing damage to a building.
💡 Hint: Consider how the placement of your house affects indoor conditions during a storm.
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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.
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.
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