Practice Shrinkage and Swelling Tests - 7.1.c | 31. Introduction | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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7.1.c - Shrinkage and Swelling Tests

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What happens to wood when it absorbs moisture?

💡 Hint: Think about water and sponges.

Question 2

Easy

What happens to wood when it dries out?

💡 Hint: Consider drying laundry.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What is the process called when wood expands due to moisture absorption?

  • Erosion
  • Condensation
  • Swelling

💡 Hint: Think about how a sponge acts when wet.

Question 2

True or False: Shrinkage occurs when wood dries out.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: This is the opposite of what happens when wood is wet.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You are an engineer tasked with specifying wood for a humid environment. Discuss the properties you would look for based on shrinkage and swelling tests.

💡 Hint: Remember: Compare how different wood types react to moisture changes.

Question 2

Design a construction strategy that accommodates potential wood shrinkage in a dry climate.

💡 Hint: Think about how to allow movement without causing stress.

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