Ferrous, Non-Ferrous Metals and Alloys, Materials And Definitions

Question 1

Cast Iron composition, properties and uses

Answer 1

Carbon, silicon and iron

Properties: Resistant to abraision and indentation, can absorb energy, ductile and will reform, elastic so it returns to original dimension.

Uses: sewer pipes, water coveying pipes, pot pans and utensils

Question 2

Stainless steels composition, properties and uses

Answer 2

Composition: chromium, carbon and other alloy elements

Properties: corrosion resistant, high tensile strength, very durable, temperature resistant.

Uses: Kitchen, accessories, cookware and cutlery

Question 3

Carbon steel composition, properties and uses

Answer 3

Composition: Iron and carbon

Properties: High tensile strength, heat treatable, dense.

Uses, buildings, gears, shafts, rails, pipelines, cars, fridges and washing machines

Question 4

Aluminium composition, properties and uses

Answer 4

Composition: pure metal

Properties: conductive to heat and electricity, corrosion resistant and difficult to weld

Uses: Aircraft, boats, window frames, saucepans, apckaging and insulation,