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Materials and properties
Quick questions on Metals and alloys: ferrous, non-ferrous, alloying and heat treatment - Edexcel A-Level Product Design
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What are the properties that distinguish metals?Show answer
The properties an exam asks you to apply are: strength (resistance to a force), ductility (can be drawn into wire), malleability (can be hammered or pressed into shape), hardness (resistance to scratching and wear), toughness (absorbs impact without fracturing), electrical and thermal conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Density also matters where weight is critical. Stock forms are sheet, plate, bar (round, square, flat), tube, angle, rod and wire in standard sizes.
What is q1?Show answer
State the difference between a ferrous and a non-ferrous metal. [1 mark]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain why work hardening can be a problem when repeatedly bending a metal strip. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Give one property of stainless steel and the alloying element that provides it. [2 marks]
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