18 Questions
What is the term for the procedure of transforming raw timber to remove defects?
WOOD DEFECTS
What is the term for the cracks that open up in the wood, especially in radial planes?
RING SHAKE
What is the term for the detachment from a perfectly plane surface?
WARP
What is the term for the groove cut on a board due to overheating?
MACHINE BURN
What is the term for the discoloration caused by fungi?
SPALTING
What is the term for the abnormal growths on wood?
BURLS
What is the term for the final size of the lumber after drying?
Actual size
What is the term for the variety of colors, texture, and odor of wood?
Aesthetic
Which of the following is a disadvantage of using wood?
Flammability
What is the main component of wood that provides its strength?
Cellulose
What is the term for the process of communicating a designer's intention for the use of wood?
Specification
Which type of wood is known for being one of the tallest trees in the world?
Rosewood
What is the primary purpose of debarking and bucking in wood processing?
To remove the bark and cut the logs into manageable lengths
What is the term for wood that has been treated with chemicals to resist fire?
Pressure-treated wood
What is the purpose of seasoning in wood processing?
To dry the wood to reduce its moisture content
What is the term for the process of converting logs into lumber?
Sawmilling
What is the purpose of planing in wood processing?
To flatten and smooth the wood
What is the term for wood that has been dried using heat and air circulation?
Kiln-dried wood
This quiz covers the process of wood processing and manufacturing, from logging to millwork, including debarking, sawing, drying, planing, sanding, and grading inspection.
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