Which type of wall is designed to resist lateral forces, like wind or earthquakes?
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A.
Cavity wall
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B.
Partition wall
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C.
Load-bearing wall
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D.
Shear wall
Correct Answer:
D. Shear wall
Explanation:
The correct answer is Shear wall.
A shear wall is a specialized structural element specifically designed to counteract lateral forces, such as those generated by wind and seismic activity. These vertical panels provide essential rigidity and strength to a building, preventing it from swaying, twisting, or collapsing when horizontal pressure is applied. By absorbing these lateral loads from the roof and floors, shear walls effectively transfer the energy down to the structure's foundation. While load-bearing walls primarily support the vertical weight of a building and partition walls simply divide internal spaces, shear walls serve as the primary defense system against horizontal movement in modern engineering.
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