Wood & Wood Products Lecture Quiz
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What are the factors that affect the suitability of a wood species for use in building interiors, according to the text?

  • Texture, flexibility, grain, and weight
  • Grain, density, smell, and texture
  • Grain, color, hardness, and UV resistance (correct)
  • Color, weight, fire resistance, and UV resistance

    • Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the suitability of wood for building interiors?

  • Fire resistance
  • Flexibility (correct)
  • Grain
  • Color

    • What is a key characteristic used to assess whether a wood species is suitable for use in building interiors?

  • Texture (correct)
  • Weight
  • Flexibility
  • Smell

    • Which of the following is a common type of wood veneer cut?

    <p>Straight cut</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of wood veneer types, what does 'Burl' typically refer to?

    <p>A type of wood veneer with unique patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is commonly associated with a feature known as 'checking' in wood processes?

    <p>Moisture content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'grain of wood' refer to?

    <p>The direction, size, arrangement, and appearance of fibers in wood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In ancient Greek and Roman furniture, what materials were commonly used?

    <p>Solid wood and veneer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common use of hardwood according to the text?

    <p>Flooring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of trees produce softwoods?

    <p>Trees with cones and needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes wood to shrink or swell according to the text?

    <p>Moisture content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some applications of softwood according to the text?

    <p>Furniture manufacturing and tool handles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wood is plywood made of?

    <p>Veneer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a reason why plywood is preferred over solid wood in certain applications?

    <p>It has better dimensional stability in wet locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of staining wood?

    <p>To modify its color or imitate another species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of wood is tested for stains in the provided content?

    <p>White pine wood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of white pine wood in relation to stains?

    <p>It absorbs stains unevenly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When it comes to veneer cuts, which term refers to a cut made parallel to the log's longitudinal axis?

    <p>Rift cut</p> Signup and view all the answers

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