Mud bricks - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Define Mortar - answer-Mortar seals between the units to keep water and wind from penetrating and bonds the structural/ masonry wall. Identify a stretcher, soldier, header and rowlock - answer-Stretcher is a brick laid with its face parallel to the wall and its long dimension horizontal. Header is a brick laid to bond two wyths together. A solider is a brick laid on its end with its face parallel to the wall. A rowlock is a brick laid on its face with its end visible in the wall fac...

atomic properties density, mass etc ex) compare magnesium tungsten with aerogel thermal properties melting point, thermal conductivity etc ex compare aerogel with a diamond mechanical properties strength, ductility, hardness, etc ex) compare ductility before and after quenching car aluminum/steel/magnesium optical properties color reflectivity etc magnetic properties electricity properties of Metals High density, strong, ductile High thermal and electrical cond...

SCAFFOLDING SAFETY WELL ILLUSTRATED Giovanni arrives at a jobsite as part of a team contracted to repair ductwork. The team is given a set of scaffolding components to assemble. The scaffolding components are clearly from various manufacturers. Is it safe for Giovanni and his team to use the scaffolding? Select the correct answer and then click DONE. a.Yes, because all scaffolding components are compatible no matter whom the manufacturer is. b.Yes, if it is determined and approved by ...

Ziggurats - ANSWER-Sumerian temples made of sun-dried brick Cuneiform - ANSWER-A form of writing developed by the Sumerians using a wedge shaped stylus and clay tablets. Nile River - ANSWER-The river in which early kingdoms in Egypt were centered around. Lower Egypt - ANSWER-The northern part of ancient Egypt Upper Egypt - ANSWER-the southern part of ancient Egypt Pyramid of Giza - ANSWER-Is the largest man made pyramid in Egypt. 450 ft Sea Peoples - ANSWER-Unknown group of str...

The footing or anchorage for scaffolds must be capable of carrying the maximum intended load without: A. Diagonal bracing B. Cross bracing C. Tying or guying D. Settling or displacement C. Tying or guying Erectors of a scaffold who exposed to potential falling object hazards shall be provided with: A. Static erectors B. Overhead protection C. Mono goggles D. Full faced shields B. Over head protection Osha requires a rest landing at intervals not exceed: A. 35 feet B. 40 feet C....

CSST Exam building inspection Questions and Answers Why was asbestos added to construction materials ? - answerIt provided: insulation properties, strength and durability from weathering, made spray on products easier to apply, and does not conduct electricity. What are the three types of asbestos and their associated species? - answerChrysotile : Serpentine , Amosite and Crocidolites : amphiboles. What is the predominant color and structure of Chrysotile asbestos ? - answerwhite , long ,...

1 Running Head: HUM111 Week 4 Assignment HUM111 Week 4 Assignment . AMINATA DIALLO HUM111 There have been many theories regarding how the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but 2 Running Head: HUM111 Week 4 Assignment “how” these ancient people constructed monuments of such great size without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being debated. Pyramids are among the greatest wonders of earth. The ...

The buildings that survived from prehistoric times and are considered architectural works were cult structures. Homes were built with less durable materials, such as mud bricks and wood. Religious motives led to significant achievements throughout the history of architecture beginning with prehistory.