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Why are spaces left between sections of a bridge

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  • 17-12-2014
Spaces are left between sections of bridges to allow for the road on the bridge to expand and contract. Also the bridge is made this way so that the bridge can move and not break. If the bridge was built without these spaces the bridge could potentially break and collapse. 
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