Timbers and Manufactured Boards Quiz

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