Chapter 2: Physical Properties of Matter Flashcards
1
Q
What is electrical conductivity?
A
It is a measure of how easily an electric current flows through a material
2
Q
What is thermal conductivity
A
It is the measure how how easily heat can flow through it
3
Q
Define strength
A
The ability to support a heavy load without changing its shape permanently
4
Q
Define Hardness
A
The resistance to wear and tear, and scratches
5
Q
Define flexibility
A
The ability to bend without breaking, and return to its original shape and size after bending
6
Q
Define density, and its formula
A
Defined as mass per unit volume, using D＝mass/volume
7
Q
Define mass
A
It is the amount of matter in the object in SI unit kg
8
Q
Define mass
A
It is the amount of matter in the object in SI unit kg
