2.5 - Methods of Timber Preservation
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of timber preservation?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to untreated wood over time.
Name one method of timber preservation.
💡 Hint: Names of methods were discussed in class.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which method involves immersing timber in a preservative tank?
💡 Hint: Think about the method that involves water.
True or False: Surface application provides deep penetration.
💡 Hint: Remember how effective or ineffective it is.
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Consider a scenario where a utility company must treat poles using the Boucherie process in a humid climate. What factors should they consider?
💡 Hint: Think about how the weather affects treatment methods.
Evaluate the effectiveness of pressure treatment for outdoor structures. Discuss potential drawbacks.
💡 Hint: Assess both the benefits and challenges faced.
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