Most candidates were able to :
-define the two terms given correctly;
-state two methods of applying wood preservatives.
However, they did not sketch the drawer lock correctly. The expected response to question 3 is as given below:
(a)Definition of terms
(i)Defect in timber
It is any irregularity occurring in or on timber that reduces its quality, durability and utility value.
Or
It is any condition that lowers the quality or value of timber.
(ii)Green timber
or
It is unseasoned timber or freshly cut timber
Or
It is converted timber whose moisture content has not been reduced.
(b)(i)Natural defects in timber
-Dead knot
-Live knot
-Star shake
-Cup shake
-Heart shake
-Upset
-Waney edge
-Twisted grain
-Blue grain
-Burr
(c)Methods of Applying Preservative
-Brushing
-Spraying
-Dipping
-Pressure impregnate ion.
(d)Sketch of a drawer lock