BRICK
How many standard modular brick does it take to achieve the same volume as one concrete block CMU?
12 modular bricks
Which type of mortar has the lowest compressive strength?
O
WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE EQUIPMENT USED BY MASONS TO PUMP GROUT INTO CELLS OF REINFORCED MASONRY WALL
GROUT HOG
keystone
In the manufacture of clay brick, a method for molding the brick which involves forcing the
wet clay out of a metal die onto a conveyor and eventually onto a cutting table.
STIFF MUD
What type of mortar would be specified in a masonry wall that will be subjected to high wind loads requiring the highest possible flexural strength?
IN MASONRY CONSTRUCTION, THE NAME GIVE TO THE SHORT BEAM THAT CARRIES WALL LOADS ACROSS A DOOR OR WINDOW OPENING
LINTEL
To create a more interesting finish to an exterior wall by using a block that has one of its faces ground to a smooth finish exposing the aggregate.
BURNISHED
What is the name of the temporary structure that is used by a mason when building an arch to give the arch its shape and to support it during construction?
TEMPLATE
Which of the following appearance grades permits the least variation in color and dimensions in a lot of brick, that is, which would require the highest degree of uniformity and minimum amount of chipping and warpage?
FBX
The more lime used in a mortar mix results in a lower _______________
compressive strength
Steel Ties
To create a wall that is decorative, non-porous and can be easily washed in areas like bathrooms and cafeterias; the finish on these block resembles ceramic tile.
GLAZED
The horizontal distance between the the two supporting members of an arch or vault.
the span
the joint on the top and bottom of the brick
bed joint
Water in mortar needs to be ______________
Used to strengthen a wall where the floors and roof frame into it
Bond Beam
To facilitate the placement of CMU’s in the middle of a wall when vertical rebar is spaced 16 inches on center.
H UNIT
The vertical distance between the spring line of an arch or vault and the keystone.
rise
the joint on each side of the brick
head joint
the process of restoring the mortar joints in an old brick wall by scraping out any loose material and refilling the joints with fresh
mortar
RE POINTING
This is also called a drainage wall, it has an exterior cladding and inner backup wall
Cavity Wall
To fill in the middle of a block wall when no special surface effect or special shape is required.
STRETCHER
All units of an arch are in
compression