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1
Q

List the main materials used in the construction of buildings

A

Concrete
Glass
Stone
Timber

2
Q

Explain the elements of structure

A
Floor 
load bearing wall
Columns or beams 
External wall
Structural frame 
Any gallery 
Enclosed protected shaft
3
Q

Explain the main methods of building construction

A
Solid construction- Traditional/masonry
Framed construction- 
1.Structural steel frame
2.Reinforced Concrete 
3.Portal frame
4.Lightweight steel
5.Timber construction
6.Prefabricated or modular
4
Q

What is Glulam ?

A

Type of timber fabricated by bonding two layers of wood together with adhesives

5
Q

Flash point of timber

A

350 degrees

6
Q

What happens to metal in fire incidents ?

A

Expands and impacts other areas of the structure

Allows fire spread through conduction

7
Q

temperature at which Steel loses its strength

A

600 degrees

8
Q

What are the issues with Aluminium in building costruction?

A

Low melting point
Loss of strength at (100-225 degrees)
Can set alight.

9
Q

Problems with Lead rooves ?

A

Low melting point 327 degrees, leading to structural collapse.