Wood: What Is It? (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Quizzes
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What is the difference between wood and timber?
What is the difference between wood and timber?
Timber is processed wood for building use
Where does wood come from?
Where does wood come from?
Fibrous part under bark of trees & shrubs
Which industries have wood playing a key role?
Which industries have wood playing a key role?
Construction, paper & furniture making
What is the main purpose of seasoning timber?
What is the main purpose of seasoning timber?
To reduce moisture content below 20%
What does seasoning do to timber?
What does seasoning do to timber?
Makes it lighter, tougher & less decay
What sawing methods transform wood into timber?
What sawing methods transform wood into timber?
Through & through and quarter sawing
What are important tools for timber conversion?
What are important tools for timber conversion?
Saws for cutting and kilns for drying
What does wood's fibrous nature provide?
What does wood's fibrous nature provide?
Strength & ability to bend w/o breaking
How does grain direction affect wood?
How does grain direction affect wood?
Affects strength & ease of working
Compared to metals & plastics, what does wood provide?
Compared to metals & plastics, what does wood provide?
Lighter weight & natural insulation
Why is wood more eco-friendly than many materials?
Why is wood more eco-friendly than many materials?
It is renewable & biodegradable
How do veneers benefit furniture & panelling?
How do veneers benefit furniture & panelling?
Enhance appearance using less wood