Applications of Gypsum Board in Interior Design

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What is a key property of gypsum board that makes it a good insulating filler?

Low fire resistance

Low level of thermal conductivity (correct)

High smoke development

High thermal conductivity

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gypsum board mentioned in the text?

Low flame spread

Low smoke development

High fire resistance

High strength in high humidity (correct)

In what way do gypsum board wall and ceiling systems contribute to interior environments?

Reduce sound transmission (correct)

Increase thermal conductivity

Reduce fire resistance

Increase sound transmission

What type of gypsum board is typically used for interior walls and ceilings?

Standard gypsum wallboard Signup and view all the answers

Why is gypsum wallboard from demolition difficult to recycle?

Presence of lead paint or asbestos contamination Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of zinc?

Galvanizing Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is known for its high level of embodied energy?

Aluminum Signup and view all the answers

What is a key property of copper that makes it suitable for health care applications?

Antimicrobial properties Signup and view all the answers

Why is aluminum a preferred choice for recycling?

High recycling energy efficiency Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is ductile, crystalline, and corrosion-resistant in air and water?

Zinc Signup and view all the answers

In what ways is zinc similar to steel?

Strong but less dense Signup and view all the answers

Which nonferrous metal is lightweight, soft, and not suitable for high-temperature environments?

Aluminium Signup and view all the answers

Which nonferrous metal is red in color, highly ductile, malleable, and has high conductivity for electricity and heat?

Copper Signup and view all the answers

What is an alloy of copper and zinc?

Brass Signup and view all the answers

Which nonferrous metal is valued for its strength and corrosion resistance?

Bronze Signup and view all the answers

What metal is described as a steel-gray, lustrous, and hard metal that takes a high polish?

Chromium Signup and view all the answers

Which nonferrous metal is typically used for the manufacturing of aircraft and food cans?

Aluminium Signup and view all the answers

Which metals are considered nontoxic and safe to use?

Bronze and brass Signup and view all the answers

What are some interior applications of nonferrous metals mentioned in the text?

Metal fiber textiles and wire cloth Signup and view all the answers

Where is aluminum commonly used in interiors?

Railing systems and heat-resistant paint Signup and view all the answers

What interior products are copper, bronze, and brass commonly made into?

Wall tiles and panels Signup and view all the answers

In what form is copper used for lighting fixtures according to the text?

Copper foil Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of brass in interiors as per the text?

Designing glass racks for bars Signup and view all the answers