Metals and Alloys Flashcards
Name all the ferrous metals
Cast iron
Low carbon/mild steel
High carbon steel
Name all the non ferrous metals.
Zinc
Copper
Tin
Aluminium
What are the properties and uses of cast iron?
Properties - hard but brittle. Resists deformation and rust.
Uses - kitchen pan, machine bases and manhole covers.
What are the properties and uses of low carbon / mild steel?
Properties - tough and ductile. Rusts easily if not protected.
Uses - car bodies, steel building frames , pipelines.
What are the properties and uses of high carbon steel?
Properties - hard but brittle. Hard wearing ,resists abrasion and retains its shape
Uses - tools, blades,scissors
What are the properties and uses of zinc?
Properties - brittle, yet malleable. High corrosion resistance.
Uses - used to galvanise steel.
What are the properties and uses of aluminium?
Properties - lightweight, ductile, resists corrosion.
Uses - bike frames, drink cans, takeaway trays.
What are the properties and uses of copper?
Properties - ductile and malleable. Good electrical conductor.
Uses - plumbing supplies, electrical cables
What are the properties and uses of tin?
Properties - malleable and ductile, high corrosion resistance. Good electrical conductor.
Uses - solder, plating surfaces such as cans.
What are the properties and uses of high speed steel?
Properties - can withstand high temperatures when machining at high speeds.
Uses - cutting tools such as drill bits, mill cutters, taps and dies.
What are the properties and uses of stainless steel?
Properties - hard, ductile. Rust resistance. Chromium layer protects steel from corrosion.
Uses - cutlery, kitchen and medical equipment
What are the properties and uses of brass?
Properties - malleable and easily cast. Good corrosion resistance.
Uses - musical instruments, plumbing fitments and ornate artefacts.
What are alloys?
Alloys are a mixture of at least one pure metal and another element.
