Properties of Materials (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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Hardness
Hardness
Measures how well material avoids scratches and dents
Woods that resist wear better
Woods that resist wear better
Hardwoods
Strength
Strength
Material's ability to hold weight without breaking
Strength important for wood structures like
Strength important for wood structures like
Beams
Toughness
Toughness
Ability to absorb energy & change shape before breaking
Elasticity
Elasticity
Ability to return to original shape after stretching
Plasticity
Plasticity
Ability to be moulded without breaking
Absorbency
Absorbency
Capacity to soak up liquids
Finish that makes wood waterproof
Finish that makes wood waterproof
Varnish
Insulation
Insulation
Ability to block heat or sound
Materials that conduct heat & electricity better than wood
Materials that conduct heat & electricity better than wood
Metals
Wood for outdoor furniture requires knowledge of
Wood for outdoor furniture requires knowledge of
Waterproofing