metal Flashcards
1
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types of ferrous metals
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stainless steel, cast iron, carbon steel, mild steel, wrought iron
2
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types of non ferrous metals
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aluminium, copper, gold
3
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non ferrous metals properties
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low melting point so ideal for casting, some are good conductors of electricity and heat
4
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properties of ferrous metals
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they contain iron, they are magnetic, prone to rust
5
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advantages of non ferrous metals
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good for casting because of low melting point, less prone to rust because they contain no iron, ductile and malliable
6
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advantages of ferrous metals
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magnetic, shiny, tough
