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Thermal insulation

Which of the following types of thermal insulation can be blown into wall or ceiling cavities with least difficulty, but contains no adhesive properties?
I. Cellulose
II. Rock wool
III. Vermiculite
IV. Mineral wool
V. Straw
VI. Polyicynene
AnswerI, II and III are loose-fill types of insulation that can be blown. IV comes in batts, V can come in boards or bales, VI is a spray-foam that adheres to the cavity.

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