Interior Design Flashcard

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What does the term "acoustics" refer to?

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The properties of a room that determine how sound is transmitted

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What is masonry?

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Stonework or brickwork

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What is a material board?

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A sample board with swatches of interior materials and photographs.

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How is a mosaic created?

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By arranging small pieces of tile, glass, or stone

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What does "off-gassing" refer to?

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Fumes produced by chemicals in materials used in interiors

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What is patina?

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A surface appearance that grows beautiful with age.

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What is plaster made of?

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Lime, sand, and water

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What are VOCs?

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Volatile organic compounds that easily enter the air as gases

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Lucy is working with a music studio to design a space that will prevent sound from traveling between classrooms. Which is the most important material that she needs to consider?

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wall composition