1. How do weight and applications of loads affect the design of a structure?

if the weight is to much the soil cant hold the structure and need a better foundation



2. What factors determine whether soil is suitable to support a structure?
the soil type the soil drainage and flood zones





3. What considerations influence the depth and height of the foundation?

frezzing lines and strength of the soil to secure building from sinking and or falling over


4. What are the typical modes of failure of a concrete footing?

cracking or breaking

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