Wood Types Quiz

Which type of wood is known for having a closer grain due to slow growth?

• Natural softwood

• Natural hardwood

• Manufactured boards

• Recycled wood

What is a use of mahogany wood?

• Flooring

• Furniture

• Lamination

• Model making

What is a common use for balsa wood?

• Flooring

• Model making

• Exterior cladding

• Musical instruments

What is MDF commonly used for?

• Skateboards

• Kitchen cupboards

• Flat pack furniture

• School desks

What is the definition of "adhesive"?

• A protective layer

• A substance that bonds surfaces

• A flexible material

• A compressed material

What does "biodegradable" mean?

• Can be compressed

• Can be squashed

• Can be broken down by microorganisms

• Can be laminated

What does "durable" mean?

• Flexible

• Hardwearing

• Absorbent

• Compressed

What is the meaning of "fell"?

• To compress

• To laminate

• To cut down

• To bend

What does "pressure treated" mean?

• Compressed by pressure

• Bent by pressure

• Protective chemical forced into timber

• Laminated under pressure

What can be both natural and synthetic, used in adhesives?

• Veneer

• Resin

• Metal

• Plastic