Sustainable structures

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Sustainable structures are made out of recyclable and renewable materials. One example of a sustainable structure is Gardens by the bay because it uses sustainable features like solar energy.

Some features of sustainable structures are, energy efficiency, stormwater management, water efficiency, renewable energy generation &amp; superior indoor environment these are what make a structure sustainable.

Features of an earthquake proof structure

The people in Japan don’t use strong materials because in case there is an earthquake the things that were used to  build the structure won’t harm the people living in the house.

Sustainable structures and earthquake proof buildings

Some types of sustainable structures are, Gardens By The Bay, Oasia hotel etc sustainable. Structures are very helpful to the environment.

You need strong materials to build a big structure. If your materials are not strong they will not last long.Strong structures around the world are, Marina Bay Sands, Golden Gate Bridge etc.

1: Name 5 materials that are used to build earthquake - proof structures.

2: Why do people in Japan use materials that are light? 

3: Name 1 sustainable structure in Singapore.

4: Name 5 features of a sustainable structure. 

5: sustainable structures are helpful to the environment True or False

6: Name 2 strong structures around the world.

Answers: (1) Sand, gravel, metal, lumber, fabric. (2) When there is an earthquake the people inside the house will not get hurt. (3) Gardens by the bay. (4) Stormwater management, renewable energy generation, energy efficiency, superior indoor environment &amp; water efficiency (5) True (6) Marina bay sands &amp; Golden Gate Bridge

An earthquake proof structure is usually made out of sand, gravel, fabric, foam, concrete, metal &amp; lumber. Earthquake proof structures are mostly found in Japan because Japan has a lot of earthquakes.

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