7.1.c - Shrinkage and Swelling Tests
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What happens to wood when it absorbs moisture?
💡 Hint: Think about water and sponges.
What happens to wood when it dries out?
💡 Hint: Consider drying laundry.
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What is the process called when wood expands due to moisture absorption?
💡 Hint: Think about how a sponge acts when wet.
True or False: Shrinkage occurs when wood dries out.
💡 Hint: This is the opposite of what happens when wood is wet.
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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.
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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