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    Freeway Overpasses Often Collapse in a Strong Earthquake,even Though Their
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Freeway Overpasses Often Collapse in a Strong Earthquake,even Though Their

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Freeway overpasses often collapse in a strong earthquake,even though their supports are made of concrete and heavy-duty steel reinforcing bars.Why?

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