Binders in Paint

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Which of the following is a natural binder commonly used in oil paints?

  1. Linseed oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Polyvinyl acetate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Linseed oil is a natural oil derived from flax seeds. It is commonly used as a binder in oil paints due to its ability to dry slowly and form a hard, durable film.

What type of binder is used in acrylic paints?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Gum arabic


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Acrylic paints are made with a binder of acrylic resin, which is a synthetic polymer. Acrylic resin is water-soluble, dries quickly, and forms a flexible, durable film.

Which binder is commonly used in alkyd paints?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Egg tempera


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alkyd paints are made with a binder of alkyd resin, which is a synthetic resin made from the reaction of an oil (such as linseed oil) with an acid (such as phthalic anhydride). Alkyd resin dries quickly, has good adhesion, and forms a hard, durable film.

What is the traditional binder used in egg tempera paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Egg yolk


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Egg tempera paint is a traditional painting technique that uses egg yolk as a binder. Egg yolk contains proteins and fats that bind the pigments together and form a durable film.

Which binder is used in gouache paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Gum arabic

  4. Casein


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gouache paint is made with a binder of gum arabic, which is a natural gum derived from the sap of acacia trees. Gum arabic is water-soluble, dries quickly, and forms a matte, opaque film.

What type of binder is used in casein paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Casein


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Casein paint is made with a binder of casein, which is a protein derived from milk. Casein is water-soluble, dries quickly, and forms a hard, durable film.

Which binder is used in fresco painting?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Lime

  4. Egg tempera


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fresco painting is a technique in which pigments are applied to a wet lime plaster surface. The lime reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form calcium carbonate, which binds the pigments and forms a durable film.

What is the traditional binder used in Japanese sumi ink painting?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Gum arabic

  4. Pine soot


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Japanese sumi ink painting traditionally uses a binder made from pine soot. The soot is mixed with water and a glue made from animal hide or fish bones to create a black ink.

Which binder is used in encaustic painting?

  1. Oil

  2. Beeswax

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Egg tempera


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Encaustic painting is a technique in which pigments are mixed with hot beeswax and applied to a surface. The beeswax cools and hardens, binding the pigments together and forming a durable film.

What type of binder is used in watercolor paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Gum arabic

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Egg tempera


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Watercolor paint is made with a binder of gum arabic, which is a natural gum derived from the sap of acacia trees. Gum arabic is water-soluble, dries quickly, and forms a transparent film.

Which binder is used in oil pastels?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Wax


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oil pastels are made with a binder of wax, which is a solid hydrocarbon derived from plants or animals. Wax is insoluble in water, dries quickly, and forms a hard, durable film.

What type of binder is used in acrylic gouache paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Gum arabic

  4. Casein


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Acrylic gouache paint is made with a binder of acrylic resin and gum arabic. The acrylic resin provides durability and water resistance, while the gum arabic gives the paint its matte, opaque finish.

Which binder is used in tempera paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Egg yolk

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Casein


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tempera paint is made with a binder of egg yolk, which contains proteins and fats that bind the pigments together and form a durable film.

What type of binder is used in distemper paint?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Alkyd resin

  4. Glue


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Distemper paint is made with a binder of glue, which is a substance that is used to hold things together. Glue is water-soluble, dries quickly, and forms a hard, durable film.

Which binder is used in fresco secco painting?

  1. Oil

  2. Acrylic resin

  3. Lime

  4. Egg tempera


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fresco secco painting is a technique in which pigments are applied to a dry lime plaster surface. The lime reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form calcium carbonate, which binds the pigments and forms a durable film.

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