Practice Durability and Biological Resistance Tests - 7.3 | 31. Introduction | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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7.3 - Durability and Biological Resistance Tests

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a preservative absorption test?

💡 Hint: Remember the 'PEN' acronym.

Question 2

Easy

Why is it important to test wood for insect resistance?

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of pests on wood structures.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the preservative absorption test measure?

  • Wood density
  • Preservative retention
  • Moisture content

💡 Hint: Think about the significance of wood treatment.

Question 2

True or False: Fungal resistance tests measure the increase in wood weight after treatment.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember what happens to wood when it decays.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Develop a testing plan for a new type of wood product that includes both preservative absorption and resistance tests. What factors will you consider in your methodology?

💡 Hint: Think about all elements necessary for comprehensive testing.

Question 2

Discuss the implications of poor performance in either the preservative absorption test or the resistance tests on a construction project.

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term effects on the structure and its occupants.

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