WorksheetsTimbers and Manufactured Boards Quiz
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What type of trees are hardwoods harvested from?
Coniferous trees
Deciduous trees
Evergreen trees
Palm trees
How long does it typically take for softwood trees to grow?
25 to 30 years
10 to 15 years
40 to 50 years
60 to 70 years
What is the process of creating marketable planks of timber from the trunk of a tree called?
Felling
Seasoning
Conversion
Laminating
What is 'green' timber?
Timber that has been painted green
Timber that has been freshly cut with high moisture content
Timber that has been air seasoned
Timber that has been kiln dried
What is plywood made from?
Solid pieces of hardwood
Small timber fibres mixed with wax and resin
Small chips of timber bonded together
At least three layers of sheet timber glued at right angles
What is MDF made from?
Metal and plastic composites
Small timber fibres mixed with wax and resin
Solid pieces of softwood
Layers of timber glued at right angles
What is the purpose of laminating in plywood production?
To make the board fire-resistant
To make the board waterproof
To improve the board's strength
To reduce the board's weight
What is a sustainable resource?
A resource that cannot be replaced once used
A resource that is only used once
A resource that can be replaced once used
A resource that is never used
