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What primary material is used in the production of both bricks and roof tiles?
What primary material is used in the production of both bricks and roof tiles?
- Limestone
- Slate
- Clay (correct)
- Sandstone
Which of these materials can be derived from limestone?
Which of these materials can be derived from limestone?
- Chalk
- Marble (correct)
- Glass
- Concrete
Considering sustainable building practices, which material sourced directly from rock would likely have the lowest environmental impact for constructing exterior walls in a region with abundant local sources?
Considering sustainable building practices, which material sourced directly from rock would likely have the lowest environmental impact for constructing exterior walls in a region with abundant local sources?
- Cement
- Sandstone (correct)
- Concrete
- Glass
A construction project requires a material that is strong, durable, and suitable for both floors and walls. Considering the provided material origins, which combination would best fulfill these requirements?
A construction project requires a material that is strong, durable, and suitable for both floors and walls. Considering the provided material origins, which combination would best fulfill these requirements?
If a construction company aims to build eco-friendly roofs, which of the raw materials would be the most appropriate choice?
If a construction company aims to build eco-friendly roofs, which of the raw materials would be the most appropriate choice?
Flashcards
Cement
Cement
A construction material made from chalk.
Bricks
Bricks
Construction material used for walls, made from clay.
Concrete
Concrete
A mixture of sand/gravel that can be poured into molds.
Glass
Glass
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Slate
Slate
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Study Notes
- Chalk is used to make cement, which translates to "cement".
- Clay is used to make bricks, translated as "bakstenen".
- Clay is also used to make roof tiles, translated as "dakpannen".
- Sand and gravel are used to make concrete, known as "beton".
- White sand is used to make glass, known as "glas".
- Sandstone is used for walls, which are called "muren".
- Limestone is used for floors, known as "vloeren".
- Limestone is used to make marble, known as "marmer".
- Limestone is used to make bluestone, known as "arduin".
- Slate is used for roofs, translated as "daken".
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Description
Overview of building materials, from cement and bricks to concrete and glass. The earth provides materials such as clay, sand, gravel, limestone, and slate. These materials are used to construct roofs, walls, and floors.
