Enhancement of materials Flashcards
1
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Lubricants
A
The addition of wax makes the polymer less sticky allowing more intricate shapes to be formed
2
Q
Pigments
A
These are tiny particles that are mixed into the polymer in its molten state to give colour to the final processed product
3
Q
Flame retardants
A
Help to reduce combustion making it less likely to cause a fire
4
Q
Resins and laminations
A
These can be added to timbers to make them more aesthetically pleasing and to add an extra protective layer to them.
5
Q
Work hardening
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When a metal is cold worked with hand held tools makes it stronger
6
Q
Annealing
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Metal is heated and then slowly cooled making it easier to work with
7
Q
Case hardening
A
This hardens the surface of steels by using carbon
