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Paper Bridges

We came to the Explor@dome to conduct experiments on bridges. The purpose of the first experiment was to build a bridge with paper, Scotch tape and a pair of scissors.

This bridge was to be longest possible and most resistant possible.

1) Describe the construction?

Several paper sheets were used so that the bridge is more resistant.

2) Why does it hold?

The bridge holds thanks to the reinforcement of paper and the Scotch tape.