5.2 - Types of Decay
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary cause of wood decay?
💡 Hint: Think about what keeps wood wet.
Name two types of wood decay.
💡 Hint: Recall the terms we've studied.
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What type of decay is caused by Serpula lacrymans?
💡 Hint: Remember the misleading name related to moisture requirements.
True or False: Wet rot can occur in wood that is continuously wet.
💡 Hint: Think of what causes wet rot specifically.
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You discover a wooden beam in your house that shows signs of white rot. Describe the steps you would take to verify the type of decay and remediate it.
💡 Hint: Think about the visual cues and the right tools for moisture measurement.
Analyze how different climates might affect the type of wood decay present in structures. What preventive measures can be taken in a humid climate?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between environmental conditions and wood property vulnerabilities.
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