HOw would physics help with constructing a building??

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HOw would physics help with constructing a building??

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There are lots of things engineers have to take into account.

The general shape of the building would cause forces and torques to be applied in different ways. It is possible to use these to stablize the building instead of causing structural weaknesses.

Also one branch of physics is material science. This is the study of properties of various materials. Metals have different stress loads, thermal conductivity, sheering properties, etc. Knowing how these materials behave will help engineers design a building to meet safety regulations.