7.1. Objectives of Seasoning

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary objective of seasoning timber?

   Hint

   Think about the changes in weight and sturdiness.

2. 2.

   What happens to timber when it is properly seasoned?

   Hint

   Consider how moisture affects weight.

3. 3.

   What is one of the objectives of seasoning timber?

   • Increase weight
   • Improve strength
   • Decrease resistance to decay

   Hint

   Consider the importance of strength in construction.

4. 4.

   True or False: Seasoning helps in preventing shrinkage and warping of timber.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how moisture affects timber.

5. 5.

   Analyze a scenario where improperly seasoned timber is used in a construction project. What potential long-term issues could arise?

   Hint

   Think about the physical changes in timber over time.

6. 6.

   Design an experiment to compare the strength of seasoned versus unseasoned timber. What variables would you control, and what outcomes would you measure?

   Hint

   Consider how you would quantitatively measure strength differences.