Construction

What is a structure?

How long have people been designing structures?

How do builders know what to build?

Can you see a structure before it is built?

Do all buildings look the same?

What machines are used to build structures?

How do cranes lift so much weight?

What are simple machines?

Should historical buildings be protected?

How are old buildings cleared to build new ones?

How is land prepared for building?

What are cement and concrete?

What is treated lumber?

How are skyscrapers built?

How do skyscrapers withstand wind?

What are elevators?

What is involved in building a bridge?

How are dams built?

Who is Frank Gehry?

How do buildings keep people safe?

What are construction careers?

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