Timbers - GCSE DT

Question 1

Where are softwoods sourced from?

Answer 1

They are sourced from coniferous trees

Question 2

How long does hardwoods take to mature?

Answer 2

They take 100-130 years

Question 3

How long does it take softwoods to mature?

Answer 3

It takes 10-30 years

Question 4

Which is more expensive softwoods or hardwoods?

Answer 4

Hard woods are more expensive

Question 5

Where are hardwoods sourced from?

Answer 5

They are sourced from deciduous trees

Question 6

What are the usual properties of hardwoods?

Answer 6

They are usually heavy and dense

Question 7

Where do manufactured boards come from?

Answer 7

They come from trees but not directly

Question 8

What are the properties of manufactured boards?

Answer 8

Increased strength to weight ratio, smooth - can be painted, veneered and laminated and recycled wood

Question 9

What are the uses and properties of pinewood?

Answer 9

Window frames and panelling
Strong and durable

Question 10

What are the uses and properties of spruce?

Answer 10

Musical instruments
Strong and low shrinkage

Question 11

What are the uses and properties of plywood?

Answer 11

Interior-walls and construction
Stability of parent wood and high impact resistant

Question 12

What are the uses and properties of chipboard?

Answer 12

Kitchen counters and cupboards
Sound absorption and heat insulator

Question 13

What are the uses and properties of oak?

Answer 13

Furniture and flooring
Durable and long lasting

Question 14

What are the uses and properties of teak?

Answer 14

Outdoor furniture and countertops
Weather resistant and high tensile strength