Lesson 3.2.9

3.2.9 Surface treatments and finishes Quiz: AQA Design & Technology, Unit 2

20 questions

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Lesson 3.2.9, Surface treatments and finishes: 20 multiple choice questions for the AQA GCSE Design & Technology (8552), Unit 2: Specialist technical principles, written with Revision Ninja.

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The 20 questions

  1. Which surface treatment is listed for papers and boards?

    • UV varnishing
    • Tanalising
    • Powder coating
    • Galvanising
  2. Which surface treatment is listed for timber based materials?

    • Tanalising
    • Vinyl decals
    • Dip coating
    • Lacquering
  3. Which surface treatment is listed for metal based materials?

    • UV varnishing
    • Galvanising
    • Stain protection
    • Polishing
  4. Which surface treatment is listed for polymers?

    • Tanalising
    • Stain protection
    • Vinyl decals
    • Galvanising
  5. Which surface treatment is listed for textile based materials?

    • Tanalising timber
    • Stain protection
    • Galvanising steel
    • UV varnishing
  6. Which surface treatment is listed for electronic and mechanical systems?

    • PCB lacquering
    • Embossing of panels
    • Tanalising of timber
    • Vinyl decal finish
  7. What are the two main purposes of applying surface treatments to materials?

    • Structural and thermal
    • Optical and magnetic
    • Chemical and electrical
    • Functional and aesthetic
  8. A steel part is dipped in a protective coating to inhibit rust. Which treatment is this?

    • Embossing
    • Stain protection
    • Vinyl decals
    • Dip coating
  9. Which two processes are used on metals to inhibit corrosion and oxidation?

    • Polishing and vinyl decals
    • Galvanising and powder coating
    • Printing and embossing
    • Dyeing and stain protection
  10. What is the primary benefit of powder coating a metal part?

    • Enhanced thermal insulation
    • Increased electrical conductivity
    • Maximum magnetic permeability
    • Durable protective finish
  11. Which surface treatment is listed for polymers that uses polishing?

    • Embossing
    • Polishing
    • Galvanising
    • Tanalising
  12. Which surface treatment is listed for electronic and mechanical systems besides PCB lacquering?

    • Lubrication
    • Tanalising
    • Embossing
    • Galvanising
  13. Which surface treatment uses a dry powder cured with heat to form a coating?

    • Powder coating
    • Electroplating
    • Dip coating
    • Anodising
  14. Which standard surface treatments are commonly applied to timber materials?

    • Painting and varnishing
    • Polishing and lacquering
    • Galvanising and dip coating
    • Printing and UV varnishing
  15. Which treatment is used on paper to raise a pattern in relief?

    • Galvanising
    • Lubrication
    • Embossing
    • Tanalising
  16. Which surface treatments are typically used for textile based materials?

    • Painting and varnishing
    • Printing and dyes
    • Polishing and lacquering
    • Galvanising and etching
  17. What is the main purpose of lacquering a printed circuit board?

    • Component protection
    • Improving flexibility
    • Increasing conductivity
    • Enhancing magnetism
  18. Which material category includes galvanising and powder coating?

    • Timber based materials
    • Textile based materials
    • Metal based materials
    • Papers and boards
  19. What is the primary function of stain protection applied to textiles?

    • Improving breathability
    • Increasing elasticity
    • Adding pigmentation
    • Repelling liquids
  20. Which surface treatment is listed for papers and boards besides UV varnishing and embossing?

    • Tanalising
    • Lubrication
    • Printing
    • Galvanising

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