1.1 mechanical properties Flashcards
1
Q
What is the action for tensile strength
A
streching
2
Q
What is the action for compressive strength
A
squashing
3
Q
What is the action for bending strength
A
bending
4
Q
What is the action for tortional strength
A
twisting
5
Q
What is the action for sheer strength
A
sliding
6
Q
What is the action for hardness
A
scratching
7
Q
What is the action for toughness
A
force
8
Q
What is the property for “Can be squashed without cracking “
A
malleable
9
Q
What is the property for “Can be streched and returns to its original shape “
A
elastic
10
Q
What is the property for “Can be stretched and maintains its new shape “
A
plastic
11
Q
What is the property for “Can be stretched without cracking”
A
ductile
12
Q
What direction is wood stronger in
A
along the grain
