38.9. Examples of Ductile vs. Non-Ductile Behavior in Earthquakes

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is ductility?

   Hint

   Think about how materials behave under stress.

2. 2.

   Give an example of brittle failure.

   Hint

   Consider events where no warning occurs before failure.

3. 3.

   What is a primary consequence of low ductility in structures during an earthquake?

   • A. Controlled damage
   • B. Sudden collapse
   • C. Enhanced flexibility

   Hint

   Consider what happens when structures cannot bend.

4. 4.

   True or False: Ductility allows buildings to twist and deform without breaking.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how flexible materials behave.

5. 5.

   Design a building that incorporates high ductility features for an earthquake-prone area. What materials and techniques would you use?

   Hint

   Think about energy dissipation methods.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the lessons learned from the Bhuj and Nepal earthquakes regarding ductile design.

   Hint

   Focus on design improvements for future structures.