Hardwoods & Softwoods

Question 1

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Answer 1

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Question 2

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Answer 2

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Question 3

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Question 5

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Answer 5

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Question 10

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Answer 10

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Question 11

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Answer 11

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Question 12

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Answer 12

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Answer 13

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Question 14

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Answer 14

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Answer 17

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Answer 19

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Question 20

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Answer 20

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Question 21

Advantages of Balsa

Answer 21

Lightweight, soft and highly buoyant. It is a good insulator and grows fast. It is easy to work with hand tools.

Question 22

Disadvantages of Oak

Answer 22

It is heavy and expensive. It is prone to splitting and because of it’s tannic acid content it can corrode iron and steel fittings.

Question 23

Disadvantages of Mahogany

Answer 23

Warps, hardness varies.

Question 24

Disadvantages of Beech

Answer 24

Not suitable for outside work because it is not durable to moisture changes. It is difficult to work and does warp.

Question 25

Disadvantages of Jelutong

Answer 25

Non-durable to perishable regarding decay resistance, and also susceptible to insect attack. Can cause skin irritation.

Question 26

Disadvantages of Balsa

Answer 26

It is highly flammable. It is not waterproof.

Question 27

Uses for Pine

Answer 27

Staircases & furniture.