Practice Defects in Timber (Brief Overview) - 4 | 30. Classification of Timber | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What are knots in timber?

💡 Hint: They can weaken the timber.

Question 2

Easy

Define shaking in timber.

💡 Hint: Think of how trees grow.

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Question 1

What are knots in timber?

  • A type of growth ring
  • Cracks along the grain
  • Portions of branches within wood

💡 Hint: Think about where branches connect to the tree.

Question 2

True or False: All timber can be used in construction, regardless of defects.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the role of timber in supporting structures.

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Question 1

Given a construction project, how would you assess timber quality concerning defects before usage?

💡 Hint: What steps should you take to ensure timber is fit for load-bearing?

Question 2

Develop a preventive plan to handle potential timber defects during the seasoning process.

💡 Hint: How can you keep the drying process uniform?

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