1.1 physical properties Flashcards
What is the test for density
measure the volume and also weigh
What is the test for melting point
heat and record the point at which a material changes state from solid to liquid
What is the test for thermal expansion
heat and measure any change in volume
What is the test for magnetism
record whether a material is attracted to a magnetic field
What is the test for optical
record the levels of light that passes through an object
What is the property for “allows a lot of light to pass through “
transparent
What is the property for “how easily a metal can be fused to another “
fusibility
What is the property for “blocks the passage of light”
opaque
What is the property for “oxidised metal”
corroding
What is the property for “crumbling wood”
rotting
What is the property for “allows some light to pass through”
translucent
What is the property for “UV light damaged polymer”
degrading
