9.3. Particle Board

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Particle Board made from?

   Hint

   Think about the main ingredients.

2. 2.

   Name one application of Particle Board.

   Hint

   Consider common items in your home.

3. 3.

   What is Particle Board primarily made of?

   • Solid wood
   • Compressed wood particles
   • Metal

   Hint

   Consider the materials we discussed that go into making Particle Board.

4. 4.

   True or False: Particle Board is suitable for load-bearing structures.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall our discussion on its strength limitations.

5. 5.

   Consider a project where you need to construct a modular desk using Particle Board. Discuss the considerations you need to keep in mind regarding its strength and applications.

   Hint

   Think about how to distribute weight and the potential environmental impacts.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the trade-offs between using Particle Board and solid wood in creating a durable bookshelf and recommend which material should be used and why.

   Hint

   Consider both cost and durability among factors.