Construction Materials and Sustainability Quiz

The main focus of sustainability in construction is:

• Faster production of materials

• Reusing and recycling

• Relying only on modern composites

• Reducing labour costs

Which of the following is not considered a composite or modern material?

• Smart glass

• Cross-laminated timber (CLT)

• Natural slate

• Carbon fibre

Which is an engineered form of timber?

• Plywood

• Natural stone

• Slate

• Clay tile

A benefit of timber is:

• Non-biodegradable

• Easy to work with

• Cold surface

• Energy-intensive production

One negative of timber is:

• Fire risk

• High recyclability

• Expensive installation

• VOC emissions

Which of the following is a common form of steel used in construction?

• MDF

• Galvanised steel

• Ceramic tile

• Plywood

A sustainability issue with steel is:

• High energy use in production

• Non-recyclable

• Low strength

• Low lifespan

A benefit of steel is:

• Lightweight only

• Strong and durable

• Always fire resistant

• Cold and brittle

A type of concrete is:

• Ready-mix

• Toughened

• Gloss

• Fibreglass

A negative issue with concrete is:

• Rotting

• High CO₂ emissions

• Microplastic pollution

• Short lifespan