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Printmaking Materials: Offset Printing Materials

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What is the primary printing process used in offset printing?

  1. Lithography

  2. Intaglio

  3. Relief

  4. Screenprinting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Offset printing is a lithographic printing process, which means that it uses a flat surface to transfer ink to paper.

What is the purpose of a printing plate in offset printing?

  1. To transfer ink to paper

  2. To create an image on the printing surface

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To clean the printing surface


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The printing plate in offset printing is used to create an image on the printing surface, which is then transferred to paper.

What type of ink is used in offset printing?

  1. Oil-based ink

  2. Water-based ink

  3. Solvent-based ink

  4. UV-curable ink


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Offset printing typically uses oil-based ink, which is made from a mixture of pigments, resins, and oils.

What is the function of a blanket in offset printing?

  1. To transfer ink from the printing plate to the paper

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The blanket in offset printing is used to transfer ink from the printing plate to the paper.

What is the purpose of a dampening system in offset printing?

  1. To keep the printing plate clean

  2. To prevent the ink from drying on the printing plate

  3. To create an image on the printing surface

  4. To transfer ink from the printing plate to the paper


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The dampening system in offset printing is used to keep the printing plate clean and prevent the ink from drying on the plate.

What is the role of a press in offset printing?

  1. To transfer ink from the printing plate to the paper

  2. To create an image on the printing surface

  3. To hold the printing plate

  4. To clean the printing plate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The press in offset printing is used to transfer ink from the printing plate to the paper.

What is the purpose of a feeder in offset printing?

  1. To load paper into the press

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The feeder in offset printing is used to load paper into the press.

What is the function of a delivery system in offset printing?

  1. To remove printed sheets from the press

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The delivery system in offset printing is used to remove printed sheets from the press.

What is the purpose of a dryer in offset printing?

  1. To dry the printed sheets

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The dryer in offset printing is used to dry the printed sheets.

What is the function of a stacker in offset printing?

  1. To stack the printed sheets

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The stacker in offset printing is used to stack the printed sheets.

What is the purpose of a jogger in offset printing?

  1. To align the printed sheets

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The jogger in offset printing is used to align the printed sheets.

What is the function of a trimmer in offset printing?

  1. To trim the printed sheets

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The trimmer in offset printing is used to trim the printed sheets.

What is the purpose of a folder in offset printing?

  1. To fold the printed sheets

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The folder in offset printing is used to fold the printed sheets.

What is the function of a stitcher in offset printing?

  1. To stitch the printed sheets together

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The stitcher in offset printing is used to stitch the printed sheets together.

What is the purpose of a perfect binder in offset printing?

  1. To bind the printed sheets together

  2. To clean the printing plate

  3. To hold the printing ink

  4. To create an image on the printing surface


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The perfect binder in offset printing is used to bind the printed sheets together.

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