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Worksheets3D Printing Vocabulary Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 9mins
What is the function of the extruder in a 3D printer?
It cools the filament as it is deposited.
It melts and pushes filament through the nozzle.
It adjusts the build plate to ensure it's flat.
It converts 3D models into instructions.
Which part of the 3D printer is responsible for depositing the melted filament?
Build Plate
Nozzle
Slicing Software
Cooling Fan
What is the purpose of slicing software in 3D printing?
To melt the filament
To adjust the build plate
To convert 3D models into G-code
To cool the filament
What does the term "infill" refer to in 3D printing?
The external design of the print
The internal structure of the print
The process of melting the filament
The software used to design the print
What is the purpose of support structures in 3D printing?
To improve adhesion to the build plate
To help print overhangs or complex shapes
To cool the filament quickly
To convert models into G-code
What does the print speed affect in a 3D printer?
The color of the print
The print time and quality
The size of the print
The material used
How is filament diameter typically measured?
In inches
In centimeters
In millimeters
In feet
Which of the following is a common filament diameter for 3D printers?
5cm
1.75mm
10mm
0.5cm
Today, most 3D Printed objects are made from what material?
Metal
Plastic
Carbon
Cement
What is filament in the context of 3D printing?
A type of software used for designing 3D models
Spools of plastic used for printing
The surface on which 3D printing occurs
A scaffolding for overhanging parts of a 3D print
Which program are we using to develop CAD designs to 3D print?
Adobe Illustrator
SketchUp
AutoCAD
Tinkercad
What does CAD stand for?
Computer Assisted Drawing
Computer Aided Design
Computerized Art Design
Computer Assisted Development
What is the part of the printer the sculpture is sitting on (built on)
Power Supply
Control Knob and LCD Screen
Print Bed or Build Plate
Leveling Screws
What do you call the material used in 3D printing
plastic
filament
P-coil
Stock
What is the programming language used to instruct the printer on how to build the object?
A-code
F-code
G-code
3D-code
