9.5 - Oriented Strand Board (OSB)
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Practice Questions
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What does OSB stand for?
💡 Hint: What is the full name of OSB?
Name one application of OSB.
💡 Hint: Think about where it’s used in construction.
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What does OSB stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what types of wood products are engineered.
True or False: OSB is primarily used for making furniture.
💡 Hint: Consider the usual applications of engineered wood products.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a construction project that has demanding environmental conditions. Would you recommend OSB or another material? Justify your answer based on material properties.
💡 Hint: Think about the strengths and weaknesses of OSB compared to alternatives like plywood.
Design a small structure or a section of a building that effectively uses OSB for its construction. Discuss your rationale for using OSB in this design.
💡 Hint: Consider what structural roles OSB can serve and how that aids in the overall design.
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