2.1 Material Properties

Question 1

Conductivity

Answer 1

How well a material conducts electricity and thermal energy

Question 2

Strength

Answer 2

Tensile, compressive and shear. Resistance to pulling apart, pushing together and the ability to withstand failure along the line of a force

Question 3

shear force meaning

Answer 3

ability to withstand failure along the line of a force

Question 4

elasticity

Answer 4

how well a material can return to its original shape after being deformed

Question 5

Plasticity

Answer 5

Only polymers/plastics. The ability to deform without breaking when under as force

Question 6

Malleability

Answer 6

Refers to metals, ability for materials to be deformed by COMPRESSION without being torn or cracked

Question 7

Ductility

Answer 7

The ability for a metal to be drawn into a thin wire, i.e. copper wiring

Question 8

Hardness

Answer 8

The ability for a material to withstand indentation and abrasion or scratching

Question 9

Toughness

Answer 9

The ability for a material to withstand sudden shock or impact, opposite to brittleness

Question 10

Durability

Answer 10

Withstanding wear and tear over time, deterioration

Question 11

Biodegradability

Answer 11

The ability to break down over time, Micro organisms break it down slowly to make an inert material

Question 12

Breathability

Answer 12

Textiles, the ability for air to flow in and out of clothing due to small air pockets

Question 13

Absorbability

Answer 13

The ability for materials to take in and retain water, mostly textiles

Question 14

Printability

Answer 14

For papers and boards, the ability for a material to be printed on to

Question 15

Corrosion resistance

Answer 15

The ability for metals to withstand rust and oxidisation by not reacting