11 Questions
Which of the following is a benefit of cross-graining in plywood?
All of the above
What is the origin of the word 'ply' in plywood?
French
Which of the following materials is NOT a type of manufactured board?
Plywood
Which inventor is credited with the first description of plywood as we know it today?
Samuel Bentham
What is the purpose of the core layers in a plywood panel?
To increase the panel's resistance to bending
Which type of plywood is typically used for construction and industrial purposes?
Softwood plywood
What is the most common dimension of plywood?
4 feet × 8 feet
Which type of plywood is known for its high planar shear strength and impact resistance, making it suitable for heavy-duty floor and wall structures?
Hardwood plywood
Which type of plywood is made from mixed hardwood species of tropical timber and is superior to softwood plywood in terms of density, strength, evenness of layers, and high quality?
Tropical plywood
Which type of plywood is known as aircraft plywood and is made from mahogany, spruce, and/or birch using adhesives with increased resistance to heat and humidity?
Aircraft plywood
Which type of plywood is designed for making curved parts and is often glued together in layers to create stiffness and resistance to movement?
Flexible plywood
Study Notes
Benefits of Cross-Graining
- Cross-graining in plywood offers benefits
Origin of the Word 'Ply'
- The origin of the word 'ply' in plywood is unknown in the given text
Types of Manufactured Boards
- Manufactured boards include plywood, but do not include solid lumber
History of Plywood
- Samuel Bentham is credited with the first description of plywood as we know it today
Purpose of Core Layers
- The purpose of the core layers in a plywood panel is to provide additional strength
Construction and Industrial Plywood
- Construction and industrial plywood is typically used for construction and industrial purposes
Dimensions of Plywood
- The most common dimension of plywood is not specified in the text, but various sizes are available
High-Strength Plywood
- Some plywood is known for its high planar shear strength and impact resistance, making it suitable for heavy-duty floor and wall structures
Tropical Plywood
- One type of plywood is made from mixed hardwood species of tropical timber and is superior to softwood plywood in terms of density, strength, evenness of layers, and high quality
Aircraft Plywood
- Aircraft plywood is made from mahogany, spruce, and/or birch using adhesives with increased resistance to heat and humidity
Curved Plywood
- Bent plywood is designed for making curved parts and is often glued together in layers to create stiffness and resistance to movement
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