Ifsta 7th Edition - Chapter 16 Study Guide Graded A+

even though concrete blocks may crack they may still {Ans: retain structural integrity}stones and concrete may lose small portions of their surface when heated, what is this called {Ans: spalling}also known as plywood or glue lamb wood, these materials are sheets of wood often used for roof and floor decking, walls, and stair treads {Ans: laminated timber}What gives concrete the ability to withstand lots of pressure {Ans: rebar}how much is steel elongated when heated {Ans: one inch per 10 feet}this type of material is closer in appearance and strength to Harwood {Ans: medium density fiber board}Non load bearing exterior wall attached to the outside of a building with a rigid steel frame {Ans: curtain wall}What gives gypsum excellent heat resistant and fire retardant properties {Ans: water content}What is typically used for insulation and is located between interior\ exterior walls in between ceilings and roofs {Ans: fiberglass}type of iron used for decoration in the construction of gates, fences, and balcony railings {Ans: wrought iron}exterior load bearing walls are made of concrete, brick, or masonry, while interior loads are carried by wood, masonry or unprotected steel. Masonry construction walls can collapse in