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Properties of Materials (Wood) | Week 67 Topics1 Quiz
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Topic Content:
- Properties of Wood
Some properties of wood include the following;
1. Usage: Wood is commonly used for furniture and roofing.
2. Heat Conductivity: Wood is a poor conductor of heat.
3. DensityDensity is the measurement of how tightly a material is packed together i.e. how closely the particles are packed in the material. The tighter the material is packed the more its... More: Wood has weight but floats on water. Hardwood is heavier than softwood.
4. Colour: Wood generally appears in dark-brown or light colour. The colour determines the appearance and quality of its finished product.
5. Magnetic property: Wood is not magnetic in any way.
6. Polish Effects: When polished, wood appears shiny.
7. Electricity Conductivity: Wood is a poor conductor of electricity when dried but can be a good conductor when it is wet.
8. Odour: Different types of wood have unique smells.
