Practice Types Of Preservatives (2.4) - Testing of Timber - Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation

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Question 1.
What is an example of an oil-based preservative?
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Think of preservatives with a strong smell.
Question 2.
What is a disadvantage of water-soluble preservatives?
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Consider what happens if they are not applied correctly.
3Question 3.
Which of the following is a water-soluble preservative?
- Pentachlorophenol
- Copper-Chrome-Arsenic
- Creosote Oil
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Look for preservatives that can be mixed with water.
4Question 4.
True or False: Oil-based preservatives can be painted over.
- True
- False
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Think about their application context.
Question 5.
Design a preservation plan for timber used in a coastal environment. Which types of preservatives would you recommend and why?
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Consider the moisture exposure in a coastal environment.
Question 6.
Evaluate the potential long-term effects of leaching for water-soluble preservatives in a tropical climate.
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Think about how weather conditions affect the durability of wood treatments.

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