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it was designed such as to be stable and look special. wide triangular base gives stability
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Does the Eiffel tower look like an obelisk?
The Eiffel Tower does have a similar shape to that of an obelisk, however, the symmetry of an obelisk is very unique and simple. The Washington Monument is an obelisk. Compare pictures of the Eiffel Tower and the Washington Monument and you will see the symmetry differences. The shape of an obelisk is straight, while the Eiffel Tower is more of an 'A' shape.
What is the shape of Eiffel tower?
I agree that Eiffel Tower looks letter "A", with a curved tip. Its true shape is somewhat more sharply curved.
Are triangles used in Eiffel Tower?
Geometry was used when creating the Eiffel Tower to determine what shape would be the strongest. It was also necessary to determine angles between the bars and platforms.
What shapes are in the Eiffel tower?
Eiffel Tower contains geometric shapes such as squares and vertical triangles.
What is the name of the famous tower in paris?
The famous tower in Paris is called the Eiffel Tower, or in French, la Tour Eiffel.
Is the Eiffel Tower floating?
no the Eiffel Tower is on the ground
Did gustave Eiffel have an apartment in the Eiffel tower?
yes gustave Eiffel had his apartment on the top of the Eiffel tower.
What is 'Eiffel Tower' in French?
The Eiffel Tower, opened in 1889, was built by engineer Gustave Eiffel.
Do people call the Eiffel tower the great tower?
No, they call it the Eiffel Tower.
Is the Eiffel Tower natural?
No. The Eiffel Tower was constructed in the late 1800s by Gustave Eiffel.
Who opened Eiffel Tower?
The Eiffel Tower was named after its designer Gustave Eiffel, an engineer.
Is there another tower like the Eiffel Tower?
Yes There Is, The Blackpool Tower Designed By The Same Architect as the Eiffel Tower, Gustave Eiffel
