Pasta Bridge

What is the primary scientific principle behind building a pasta bridge?

• Tensile strength

• Compressive strength

• Elasticity

• Thermal conductivity

Which type of pasta is most commonly used in pasta bridge competitions for its structural properties?

• Spaghetti

• Fettuccine

• Penne

• Lasagna

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In a pasta bridge experiment, what is the main variable that is typically tested?

• Weight capacity

• Color of pasta

• Cooking time

• Boiling temperature

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What scientific concept explains why a pasta bridge can hold weight despite being made of brittle material?

• Load distribution

• Thermal expansion

• Chemical bonding

• Magnetic fields

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Which of the following is a common method to increase the strength of a pasta bridge?

• Using glue to bond pasta

• Boiling pasta before use

• Painting pasta with varnish

• Using shorter pasta pieces

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What is the role of trusses in a pasta bridge?

• To increase aesthetic appeal

• To distribute load evenly

• To reduce weight

• To increase flexibility

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In a scientific experiment involving pasta bridges, what is the dependent variable?

• Type of pasta used

• Weight the bridge can hold

• Length of the bridge

• Color of the pasta

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Which scientific principle is most important when designing a pasta bridge to hold maximum weight?

• Center of gravity

• Aerodynamics

• Buoyancy

• Friction

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What is the effect of using different pasta shapes on the structural integrity of a pasta bridge?

• No effect

• Varies with shape

• Decreases integrity

• Increases integrity

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Why is it important to consider the span length in a pasta bridge design?

• It affects the bridge's color

• It determines the bridge's weight capacity

• It influences the cooking time

• It changes the pasta's texture

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