The vault (Leaving Cert DCG): Quizzes
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What is a vault in architectural terms?
What is a vault in architectural terms?
An extended arch forming a 3D element
Which ancient civilisation pioneered the widespread use of vaulted structures?
Which ancient civilisation pioneered the widespread use of vaulted structures?
The Egyptians
What did the Romans refine in vault construction?
What did the Romans refine in vault construction?
Techniques and engineering principles
What shape does a barrel vault resemble?
What shape does a barrel vault resemble?
Half a cylinder lying on its side
What shape of area does a barrel vault cover?
What shape of area does a barrel vault cover?
Rectangular
How is a groined vault formed?
How is a groined vault formed?
Two barrel vaults intersecting
Where does a groined vault concentrate its structural load?
Where does a groined vault concentrate its structural load?
At four corner points
What are the temporary wooden supports used in vault construction called?
What are the temporary wooden supports used in vault construction called?
Centring
When could centring be removed during vault construction?
When could centring be removed during vault construction?
After vault could support its own weight
What type of vault is most basic in form?
What type of vault is most basic in form?
Barrel vault