Type I Construction Characteristics
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What type of material is commonly used as the core of a horizontal sliding fire door?

  • Wood (correct)
  • Concrete
  • Steel
  • Aluminum

What is the purpose of the vent hole in the sheet metal covering of a horizontal sliding fire door?

  • To release the gases of thermal decomposition of the wood core (correct)
  • To allow for air circulation
  • To reduce the weight of the door
  • To provide a visual inspection of the wood core

Which metal is commonly used to cover the wood core of a horizontal sliding fire door?

  • Aluminum
  • Steel, galvanized sheet metal, and terneplate (correct)
  • Copper
  • Brass

What is the main disadvantage of a swinging fire door compared to a horizontal sliding fire door?

<p>It requires more space for the door to swing open (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a swinging fire door in a building?

<p>To allow for ordinary movement of building occupants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between an automatic fire door and a self-closing fire door?

<p>Automatic doors are normally held open and close automatically when an operating device is activated, while self-closing doors are normally closed and will return to the closed position if opened and released (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a fire door in a building?

<p>To contain the spread of fire and smoke (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of a horizontal sliding fire door compared to a swinging fire door?

<p>Horizontal sliding fire doors do not require a clear space around the door to ensure closure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of metal is used to create a "tin-clad" fire door?

<p>Terneplate (a metal composed of tin and lead) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the wood core in a horizontal sliding fire door?

<p>To provide thermal insulation and prevent heat transfer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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