material properties Flashcards
What are the properties of maple wood?
Durable, strong, resistant to decay
Commonly used in furniture making and flooring.
What are the key characteristics of oak wood?
Hard, close grain, dense, strong, water resistance
Ideal for boat building and high-quality furniture.
What are the properties of pine wood?
Resists shrinking and swelling, lightweight, good elasticity
Often used in interior moulding and construction framing.
List the uses of spruce wood.
- Boat building
- Furniture making
- Flooring
Spruce is known for its elastic properties and lightweight nature.
What are the properties of cotton?
Soft, cool, breathable, absorbent
Commonly used for coffee filters and bookbinding.
What are the properties and uses of silk?
Absorbency, elasticity, thermal regulation, shiny, breathability
* Bedding
* Parachutes
Valued for its luxurious feel and properties.
What are the properties of wool?
Fire resistance, flexible, biodegradable
Used for upholstery and insulation.
What are the key properties of copper?
Electric and heat conductive, corrosion resistance, malleable
Commonly found in door knobs and musical instruments.
What are the properties of gold?
Malleable, good conductor of heat and electricity
Primarily used in jewellery and Olympic medals.
What are the properties of tin?
Highly magnetic, high resistance to corrosion, malleable
Used in tin cans and containers for paints.
What are the properties of silver?
Quite reactive, highest conductivity, soft, malleable
Often used for high-quality jewellery finishes.
What are the properties of acrylic?
Strong except when wet, thermoforming, poor absorbency, good insulator
Commonly used in knitwear and upholstery.
What are the properties of cellophane?
Transparent, tough, heat resistance
Frequently used in food packaging and wrapping.
What is the main application of epoxy resin?
High tensile, corrosion resistance, heat resistant
* Coasters
* Keychains
Known for its durability in various products.
What are the properties of Kevlar?
High strength, lightweight, resistant to corrosion
Used in bulletproof vests and car brakes.
What are the properties of polyamide (nylon)?
Strong and hard wearing, melts as it burns, good elasticity, resistant to chemicals
Commonly found in clothing, rugs, and seatbelts.
What are the properties of polypropylene?
Thermoforming, low melting point, durable, non-absorbent
Used in fishing nets and medical products.
What are the properties of PVC?
Chemical resistance, durability, lightweight, insulator
Commonly used in pipes, flooring, and roofing systems.
What are the properties of blockboard?
Insulation, cheap, durable, lightweight
Frequently used for bookshelves and doors.
What are the uses of cellulose-based boards?
Weathering properties, high impact resistance
* Boxes
* Cartons
* Bags
Ideal for packaging and storage.
What are the properties of chipboard?
Cheap, strong, dense, economical
Commonly used in kitchen worktops and flatpack furniture.
What are the main properties of MDF?
Dense, flat, stiff, durable
Used for furniture, cabinets, and flooring.
What are the properties of paper?
Flexible, absorbent, strong
Commonly used for books, writing paper, and packaging.
What are the properties of aluminium alloy?
Corrosion resistance, reflectivity, thermal conductivity
Used in radiators and shutters.
What are the properties of brass?
Highly malleable, conductive, corrosion resistance
Commonly found in plumbing and musical instruments.
What are the properties of pewter?
Resists tarnish, soft and malleable
Often used for candlesticks and spoons.
What are the properties of bronze?
High melting point, high ductility, high electrical and thermal conductivity
Used in coins and furniture trim.
What are the properties of carbon fibre?
Low density, the fibres are strong and light
Commonly used in aircraft and sailboat masts.
What are the properties of GRP?
High strength to weight ratio, lightweight, durable, non-conductive
Commonly used in water pipes and drain coverage.
What are the properties of low carbon steel?
Poor corrosion resistance, ductile, malleable
Used in pipes and construction components.
What are the properties of medium carbon steel?
Stronger, less ductile and less malleable, good corrosion resistance
Commonly used in railway tracks and gears.
What are the properties of bonded materials?
Breathable, waterproof membranes
Used in products like Gore-tex and permatex.
What are the properties of laminated materials?
Strength, stability, sound insulation
Commonly used in plywood and automotive applications.
What are the properties of new SMART materials?
Properties that change reversibly depending on changes in surroundings
Examples include shape memory alloys and thermochromic materials.
What are the properties of foams?
Low density, flexible
Commonly used in upholstery.
What are the properties of rubbers?
Heat resistant, abrasion resistant, biodegradable (if natural rubber)
Commonly found in tires and hoses.
What are the properties of wood-based composites?
Durable, specific strength & stiffness
Used in support structures in buildings and furniture.
What are the properties of metallised components?
Abrasion resistant, lightweight, prevents oxidation
Commonly used in mirrors and some packaging.
