Why Are Roofs Usually Triangular? It’s Not Just for Looks
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Look at almost any house, and you'll probably see the same familiar shape: two sloping sides meeting at a peak. But why did this design become so common? Could roofs be flat, curved, or shaped completely differently? Timestamps 0:00 — Intro 1:05 — It Starts With Water 2:18 — The Shape Creates a Strong Frame 3:33 — The Triangle Helps Spread the Load 4:45 — It Also Creates Useful Space 6:04 — So Why the Triangle? 7:21 — Conclusion #HistoryOfSimpleThings #Engineering #Architecture #Construction #Science #HowThingsWork #Roofs #EngineeringExplained #EverydayScience #SimpleThings
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