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Pencils-the environmental impact

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11 questions
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  • Q1
    What is the typical shape of a well-designed pencil?
    Triangular
    Square
    Hexagonal
    Circular
    30s
  • Q2
    What are the primary components of a pencil?
    Graphite, metal, and plastic
    Graphite, clay, and wood
    Plastic, clay, and wood
    Graphite, rubber, and metal
    30s
  • Q3
    Where is the highest quality graphite known as vein graphite sourced from?
    Russia and China
    Brazil and Canada
    Sri Lanka and Madagascar
    India and Nepal
    30s
  • Q4
    Which type of wood is most commonly used in pencil construction?
    California Cedar
    Oak
    Pine
    Birch
    30s
  • Q5
    What determines the hardness of a pencil's lead?
    The shape of the pencil
    The type of wood used
    The color of the eraser
    The ratio of graphite to clay
    30s
  • Q6
    Who is credited with the discovery of mixing graphite with clay for pencil production?
    Hyman W. Lippman
    Thomas Edison
    Nicholas Jacques Conte
    Henry Ford
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the purpose of the hydraulic press in pencil manufacturing?
    To lacquer the pencils
    To shape the eraser
    To cut the pencil into size
    To bond the slats and graphite together
    30s
  • Q8
    What coating is applied to pencils to improve their durability?
    Plastic wrap
    Paint
    Lacquer or enamel
    Rubber
    30s
  • Q9
    What material are most erasers made from?
    Natural rubber
    Foam
    Plastic
    Synthetic rubber
    30s
  • Q10
    Who patented the idea of attaching an eraser to a pencil?
    Thomas Edison
    Elias Howe
    Hyman W. Lippman
    Nikola Tesla
    30s
  • Q11

    Why is the benefit of pencils being hexagonal? 

    Being hexagonal makes them good for math.  

    Being hexagonal prevents it from rolling away easily.

    Being hexagonal makes them aesthetic. 

    30s

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