Woods Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Hardwood?
A
Wood from a broad-leafed (deciduous) tree. These trees are generally slow growing and lose their leaves in Autumn.
2
Q
What is a Softwood?
A
Wood from a coniferous (cone bearing) tree. These trees are generally fast growing and tend to be evergreen.
3
Q
What is a Manufactured Board?
A
A man-made, wood-based, composite material.
4
Q
Give three examples of a Manufactured Board.
A
MDF, Plywood, Chipboard, Aeroply, Flexible Plywood and Marine Plywood.
5
Q
Give three examples of Hardwoods.
A
Oak, Ash, Mahogany, Teak, Birch and Beech.
6
Q
Give three examples of Softwoods.
A
Pine, Spruce, Douglas Fir, Redwood, Cedar and Larch.
