3.2.b - Beetles (Powder-post beetles)
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Practice Questions
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What do powder-post beetles do to wood?
💡 Hint: Think about how insects interact with materials.
What is frass?
💡 Hint: It's a sign left behind by the beetles.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the fine powder left by powder-post beetles called?
💡 Hint: Think about the signs of beetle activity.
True or False: Powder-post beetles prefer dry wood.
💡 Hint: Recall the optimal conditions for their activity.
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Challenge Problems
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Suppose a homeowner notices fine powder and exit holes on an old wooden beam. Outline a step-by-step approach to diagnose and manage the situation effectively.
💡 Hint: Think of the entire pathway from detection to prevention and the importance of each step.
Analyze how climate can affect powder-post beetle populations and propose measures for managing their risks in different environmental settings.
💡 Hint: Consider how different climates impact wood susceptibility and what preventive measures correspond to each environment.
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