Metals Flashcards
1
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What are metals?
A
Substances that are used for materials to manufacture.
2
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What are Ferrous metals?
A
Metals which contain Iron and are magnetic
3
Q
What are some examples of Ferrous metals?
A
-Cast Iron (kitchen pans)
-Low carbon/Mild steel (car bodies)
-High carbon steel (tools,scissors)
4
Q
What are Non-Ferrous Metals?
A
A group of pure metals and do not contain iron.
5
Q
What are some examples of non-ferrous metals?
A
-Alluminium (drink cans)
-Zinc
-Copper (electrical cables)
-Tin (solder)
6
Q
What are Alloys?
A
Alloys are a mixture of at least one pure metal and another element.
7
Q
What are some examples of alloys?
A
-High speed metals
-Stainless steel (cutlery)
-Brass (musical instruments)