What is geographical condition of america

। Geographical Condition of America (United States) > 1. Basic Political & General Information Official Name:  United States of America Capital:   Washington, D.C. Number of States:  50 states Currency:  US Dollar (USD) National Language:  No official federal language; English is most widely spoken Other Languages:  Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, French, German, etc. 2. Location and Boundaries The  United States  is located in  North America . Geographical Position Latitudes: 24°N to 49°N Longitudes: 66°W to 125°W Borders North:  Canada South:  Mexico East:   Atlantic Ocean West:   Pacific Ocean Southeast:   Gulf of Mexico Northwest (Alaska):   Arctic Ocean 3. Area and Size Total Area:  9,833,520 sq km Land Area:  9,147,420 sq km Water Area:  685,100 sq km It is the  3rd largest country  in the world (after Russia and Canada). 4. Physical Features & Relief The USA has very diverse...

Why plinth beam is provided in building

Why plinth beam is provided in building

1.   The main resons of  providing plinth                 beam is spreading the loads of  building         to across the foundation to protect                   settlement issues. 

2.   Plinth beam is protected from moisture          or surface water. 

3.   The plinth  is very protective  in  seismic        zone,   it is  enhance  ability to withstand        building during earthquake. 

4.   Plinth beam is preventing from tilting or        settlement of structure over time. 

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