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EPISODE · Dec 19, 2024 · 6 MIN

Why Triangles Are Such a Strong Shape

from Spectacular Science

Triangles are one of the strongest geometric shapes! You can see them everywhere in buildings and architecture such as bridges and the Eiffel Tower. How are triangles so strong and what is the science that goes behind figuring that out? In this episode, I will take you behind the science and the engineering marvels behind triangles and why they are used almost everywhere. Here’s an article! It is called “The Science of the Triangle’s Strength” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/12/the-science-of-the-triangles-strength/) Here’s an activity! It is called “Triangle Truss Building Challenge!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/12/triangle-truss-building-activity/) Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

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