GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

EARTHQUAKES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not a technique used to build a strong skyscraper:
A
Tuned mass damper
B
Base isolation
C
Shear walls
D
Spiral staircases
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Modern skyscrapers are built with steel or reinforced concrete frameworks and curtain walls of glass or polished stone. They use mechanical equipment such as water pumps and elevators.

Detailed explanation-2: -Bifurcated stairs. These stairs are commonly used in public buildings.

Detailed explanation-3: -Straight. This one is straightforward (literally). L-shaped (a.k.a. quarter-turn) The classic straight style, zhuzhed up a little. Winder. The slightly more complicated sister to the L-shaped staircase. U-shaped (a.k.a. half-turn) Spiral. Curved. Bifurcated. Ladder. 01-Aug-2017

Detailed explanation-4: -Straight Stairs. The simplest, and also the most dangerous, since, if you slip at the top, your probably in for a ride to the bottom. L-shaped Stairs. Up to a landing and turn creates some interest and mystery. U-shaped Stairs. Winder Stairs or Circular Stairs. 30-Oct-2018

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