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Quick questions on Material categories and properties - CCEA GCSE Technology and Design
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What are metals?Show answer
A non-ferrous metal contains no iron, so it does not rust in the same way and is non-magnetic. Examples: aluminium (light), copper (good conductor), brass (copper and zinc).
What is properties that decide the choice?Show answer
A material is chosen by matching its working properties to the job. Important properties include:
What is q1?Show answer
Name one ferrous and one non-ferrous metal. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
What is the key difference between a thermoplastic and a thermosetting plastic? [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Give one example of a manufactured board. [1 mark]
What is q4?Show answer
Define the property toughness. [1 mark]
What is q5?Show answer
Why is a composite such as GRP used instead of a single material? [2 marks]
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