Edexcel GCSE Design and Technology · 1DT0
Specification 1.12.2, 7.2.2, 7.2.5 · Paper 1
A part of a branch enclosed within the timber, which interrupts the surrounding grain.
Revise: SoftwoodsPine often contains knots, where branches grew through the trunk. These interrupt the grain and can make cutting or producing an even finish more difficult. Its relatively soft surface can also be damaged during use.
- Revise: Softwoods
A section of a branch enclosed within the trunk’s timber, often visible as a darker rounded area.