Material - Properties Flashcards
Define fusibility
the ability for something to be completely joined together and become one
Define density
the amount of mass per volume
Define tensile
how much a material can be stretched
Define hardness
how resistant a material is to scratches or dents
Define toughness
how much a material can withstand impacts
Define plasticity
the ability for a material to flow into a shape and form easily
Define mallaebility
the ability for a material to be bent and keep its shape
Define ductility
the ability for a material to be drawn out and not snap
Define stability
how a material reacts with surrounding conditions
Define porous
the ability for a material to absorb water
What is seasoning?
the process of drying out wood
What is conversion?
the way a piece of wood is cut
Define PAR
Planed All Round is when a piece of timber is planed on every side to give it a smoother more quality finish
Define PSE
Planed Square Edge is when a machine is used to cut a clean square edge
What is rough sawn timber?
When a wood is cut into timber without being kiln -dried
