Screen Printing: Master the Art of Stencil and Ink

Question 1

In screen printing, what is the primary purpose of the squeegee?

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Transferring ink from the screen to the paper

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Creating the stencil for the design

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Cleaning the screen after printing

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Holding the paper in place during printing

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a component of a screen printing setup?

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Paintbrush

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Silk screen

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Ink

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Stencil

Question 3

What is the recommended sequence of steps to prepare a screen for printing?

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Apply emulsion, expose to light, and then wash out.

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Apply stencil, expose to light, and then apply emulsion.

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Wash out, expose to light, and then apply the stencil.

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Expose to light, wash out, and then apply the emulsion.

Question 4

What is referred to as a 'ghost print' in screen printing?

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An unintended image that appears on the print

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An intentional effect resulting from layering prints

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A print that lacks sufficient darkness

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A print that is excessively dark

Question 5

Which renowned artist is associated with screen printing?

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Andy Warhol

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Banksy

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Pablo Picasso

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Jackson Pollock

Question 6

Which of these artists is known for their iconic screen prints?

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Andy Warhol

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Pablo Picasso

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Jackson Pollock

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Vincent van Gogh

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a material used in screen printing?

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Clay

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Ink

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Stencils

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Paper

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of a squeegee in screen printing?

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To transfer ink through the stencil

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To apply ink to the screen

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To clean the stencil

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To hold the paper in place

Question 9

What is the technique called when multiple layers of color are printed on top of each other in screen printing?

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Overprinting

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Registration

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Blending

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Multi-pass printing

Question 10

In screen printing, how does the mesh count of the screen affect the thickness of the printed ink layer?

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Higher mesh count results in thinner ink deposits.

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Higher mesh count results in thicker ink deposits.

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Mesh count has no impact on ink deposit thickness.

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Lower mesh count results in thicker ink deposits.

Question 11

What is the key difference between water-based and plastisol inks used in screen printing?

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Water-based inks are environmentally friendly, while plastisol inks are more durable

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Plastisol inks are water-based, while water-based inks are solvent-based

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Water-based inks are more transparent, while plastisol inks are more opaque

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There is no difference between water-based and plastisol inks

Question 12

Which renowned artist is widely recognized for their use of screen printing in their artwork?

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Andy Warhol

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Salvador Dalí

Question 13

Which ink type used in screen printing is renowned for its exceptional durability, resisting water and UV light?

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Plastisol ink

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Water-based ink

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Solvent-based ink

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Textile ink

Question 14

In screen printing, what is the primary function of registration?

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Aligning colors precisely for multi-color prints

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Creating a raised texture on the design

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Preventing ink from spreading or blurring

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Enhancing the overall look and quality of the prints

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a type of ink commonly used in screen printing?

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Pastel ink

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Water-based ink

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Solvent-based ink

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Oil-based ink

Question 16

What is the main purpose of a stencil in screen printing?

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To prevent ink from reaching certain areas of the screen

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To create the image on the screen

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To transfer the print onto the paper

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To dry the prints

Question 17

What is the process of forcing ink through a stencil onto a surface using a squeegee called?

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Printing

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Etching

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Blocking

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Transferring

Question 18

What term refers to a limited number of prints made from the same screen?

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Edition

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Proof

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Impression

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Block

Question 19

Which printmaking technique is best suited for creating many prints quickly and efficiently?

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Screen Printing

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Lithography

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Etching

Question 20

What is NOT an advantage of combining screen printing with other art forms?

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More straightforward and less time-consuming production process

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Increased creative possibilities

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Improved durability and longevity of artworks

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Greater appeal to different audiences

Question 21

What is the purpose of using a squeegee in screen printing?

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To transfer ink through the stencil

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To remove excess ink from the screen

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To smooth out the print

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To expose the screen to light

Question 22

What is the best method to store screen printing screens?

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Flat, in a cool, dry place

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Rolled up, in a warm, humid place

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Hanging from the ceiling, in a well-ventilated area

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Submerged in water

Question 23

What is a ghost print in screen printing?

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A faint image that appears on a print due to residual ink on the screen

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A mirror image of the design that appears on the print

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An area of the print that is missing ink

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A type of stencil that is made using a photographic process

Question 24

What are the main factors that affect the cost of screen printing, and how can artists reduce expenses without sacrificing quality?

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Materials, labor, and overhead costs

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Only the cost of materials

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Only the cost of labor

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Only the cost of electricity

Question 25

Screen printing is used in many industries today. Which of these options shows three industries where screen printing is commonly used?

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Fashion, Graphic Design, and Fine Art

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Automotive and Aerospace

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Medical and Scientific

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Food and Beverage

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a step in creating a screen print?

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Using a heat gun to dry the print

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Creating a stencil

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Applying ink to the screen

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Transferring ink to the paper

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of registration marks in screen printing?

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To align multiple screens for color printing

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To create a border around the print

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To identify the artist or printer

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To indicate the edition number

Question 28

Which of the following is the most important factor to consider when choosing an ink for screen printing?

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Viscosity

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Color

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Opacity

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Drying time

Question 29

What is the purpose of a squeegee in screen printing?

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To transfer the ink to the paper

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To apply ink to the screen

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To remove excess ink from the screen

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To clean the screen after printing

Question 30

What is the term used to describe the area of the screen that is not blocked by the stencil?

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Exposed area

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Negative space

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Positive space

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Blank area

Question 31

What is the process of transferring ink through a stencil onto a surface called?

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Screen printing

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Etching

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Engraving

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Lithography

Question 32

What is the purpose of using a photosensitive emulsion in screen printing?

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To create a stencil

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To harden the ink

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To remove the emulsion from the screen

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To prepare the screen for printing

Question 33

What term describes the number of threads per inch in a screen printing mesh?

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Mesh count

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Thread count

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Fiber density

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Screen resolution

Question 34

What is the main purpose of using a squeegee in screen printing?

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To apply ink through the stencil

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To remove excess ink from the screen

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To flatten the print

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To clean the screen

Question 35

What is the primary function of a squeegee during screen printing?

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To transfer ink from the screen to the substrate

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To apply ink evenly onto the screen

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To hold the stencil in place

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To remove excess ink from the screen

Question 36

True or False: Screen printing can be done on a variety of materials, including paper, fabric, and wood.

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True

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False

Question 37

What is the process of removing a stencil from a screen after printing called?

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Stripping

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Degreasing

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Cleaning

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Washing

Question 38

True or False: Screen printing is used exclusively for commercial purposes, such as T-shirt printing.

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False

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True

Question 39

What is the main purpose of curing in screen printing?

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To dry and permanently fix the ink on the substrate

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To prepare the screen for reuse

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To enhance the vibrancy of the colors

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To remove excess ink from the print

Question 40

Which technique is used to force ink through the screen onto the substrate?

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Squeegee

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Flooding

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Stenciling

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Pressing

Question 41

What is the primary function of a mesh in screen printing?

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To allow ink to pass through while blocking the stencil

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To support the stencil

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To create a raised surface for the ink

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To filter out impurities in the ink

Question 42

What is the term for the process of creating a positive image on a photo emulsion stencil using light-sensitive chemicals?

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Exposing

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Emulsioning

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Developing

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Drying

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of screen printing?

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Exceptionally high resolution and intricate details

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Versatility in printing on various materials

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Ability to produce multiple prints quickly and efficiently

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Low cost and accessible setup

Question 44

What is the term used to describe the number of colors printed in a single pass through the screen?

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Color count

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Registration

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Edition

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Layer count

Question 45

Which of the following materials is NOT used as a mesh for screen printing?

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Cotton

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Monofilament

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Multifilament

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Polyester

Question 46

What is the technique used to apply ink evenly across the screen in screen printing?

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Flooding

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Squeegeeing

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Emulsifying

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Exposing

Question 47

Which of the following is a property of water-based screen printing inks?

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Suitable for printing on fabrics

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Quick-drying

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Solvent-based

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Requires high curing temperatures

Question 48

What tool is used to transfer ink from the screen onto the paper in screen printing?

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Squeegee

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Stencil

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Flood coater

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Emulsion

Question 49

Which safety precaution is important to observe when screen printing?

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Wearing gloves and a mask

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Using solvents without proper ventilation

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Touching the screen with bare hands

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Ignoring sharp tools

Question 50

What is the purpose of a 'positive stencil' in screen printing?

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To create areas where ink is transferred onto the paper

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To create areas where ink is blocked from transferring

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To create a raised surface on the paper

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To create a textured effect on the paper

Question 51

Which factor does NOT influence the opacity of a screen printed image?

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Paper color

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Ink thickness

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Screen mesh size

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Squeegee pressure

Question 52

What is the process called by which an image is transferred onto a screen using light?

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Exposure

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Curing

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Emulsification

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Registration

Question 53

Which of the following is an advantage of screen printing over other printing methods?

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Can print on various surfaces

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Produces highly detailed images

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Has a low cost

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Is the fastest printing method