Metals and alloys Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 ferrous metals and alloys
A
cast iron
low and high carbon steels
steel alloys (stainless steel)
2
Q
Name 5 non-ferrous metals and alloys
A
aluminium
copper
lead
zinc
alloys (brass and bronze).
3
Q
What materials are used to form brass
A
copper and zinc
4
Q
What materials are used to for high-low carbon steel
A
Iron and carbon
5
Q
what metals are used to form bronze
A
copper and tin
6
Q
Properties of high carbon steel, and what is it used in?
A
High strength
High hardness
Brittle
Knife blades
Hand tools
Springs
7
Q
Properties of low carbon steel, and what it’s used for
A
Low strength
Malleable
Ductile
Car parts
Pipes
Construction
Food cans
8
Q
Properties of brass, and what it’s used for
A
Malleable
Ductile
Low melting point
Good conductor
Locks
Gears
Bearings
Plumbing
Electrical plugs and sockets
