Wood

Self-evaluation quiz

Question 1.

Wood is susceptible to damage caused by:

a) insects;

b) fungal attack;

c) fluctuations and extremes of relative humidity;

d) exposure to light and UV radiation;

e) none of the above—wood is a durable material.

Question 2.

Which of the following statements are true?

a) There is no difference between sapwood and heartwood.

b) Mould grows when the relative humidity is continuously above 65%.

c) Differences in the amount of swelling and shrinkage within a piece of wood can lead to warping.

d) The susceptibility of wood to damage from a number of factors depends on the chemical composition of the wood.

e) None of the above.

Question 3.

When handling objects made from wood it is important to:

a) examine each object to find the strongest, most stable part, so that you can handle it there;

b) pick up and carry furniture rather than pushing or pulling it;

c) fully support objects when handling them;

d) try to touch them on unpainted areas, if they are painted;

e) all of the above.

Question 4.

Which of the following statements is true. If you are carrying out repairs to wooden objects:

a) use Superglue so you can be sure it will stick;

b) only use an adhesive which can be easily removed in the future;

c) avoid using epoxy adhesives, because they cannot be removed easily without causing damage;

d) be aware that the finishes on wood can be affected by the adhesive, so use as little glue as possible near the edges of a break.

Question 5.

What are the ideal recommended conditions for storing wooden objects?

a)18–20C, 50–60% relative humidity, dark storage

b)18–20C, 20–40% relative humidity, dark storage

c) 24–30C, 50–60% relative humidity, dark storage

d)18–20C, 50–60% relative humidity, in bright light.

Question 6.

When storing or displaying wooden objects:

a) protect polished surfaces from moisture;

b) keep the storage and display sites reasonably ventilated;

c) always give items adequate support;

d) ensure that light-sensitive items are adequately protected;

e) if the ideals for temperature and relative humidity cannot be met or are inappropriate, the emphasis should be on providing a stable environment;

f) all of the above.