Timbers Flashcards
1
Q
What type of tree does hardwood come from?
A
Deciduous tree
2
Q
List three properties of Ash wood
A
- Flexible
- Tough
- Shock resistant
3
Q
What are the uses of Ash wood?
A
- Sports equipment
- Tool handles
4
Q
What is the color of Balsa wood?
A
Pale cream/white
5
Q
What is a unique property of Balsa wood?
A
Very soft and spongy with good strength to weight ratio
6
Q
What are the uses of Balsa wood?
A
- Prototyping
- Modelling
7
Q
What is a key property of Oak wood?
A
Tough, hard and durable
8
Q
What are the uses of Oak wood?
A
- Flooring
- Furniture
- Railway sleepers
- Veneers
9
Q
What type of tree does softwood come from?
A
Coniferous tree
10
Q
List three properties of Pine wood
A
- Lightweight
- Easy to work
- Can split and be resinous near knots
11
Q
What are the uses of Pine wood?
A
- Interior construction
- Furniture
12
Q
List two properties of Larch wood
A
- Durable
- Good water resistance
13
Q
What are the uses of Larch wood?
A
- Exterior cladding
- Decking
- Flooring
- Machined mouldings
