Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. In most cases, when soldering a joint, very little solder is needed.
2. Characteristics of an overheated solder connection include de-wetting, lumps, dull, crystalline-like, and looks as though sand has been thrown into the joint.
3. When you are not using your iron, never leave a large lump of solder on the tip.
4. Flux prevents oxidation and removes the thin layer of oxide and the atmospheric gas layer from the area to be soldered.
5. Poor wetting is usually the result of poor cleaning procedures or lack of sufficient heat.


1. True
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. True

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