Non-ferrous metals

Question 1

What are non-ferrous metals

Answer 1

• Metals that contain no iron

Question 2

Aluminium properties and uses

Answer 2

• Lightweightc
• Corrosion resistant
• Self finishing
• Used in planes and castings

Question 3

Duralumin properties and uses

Answer 3

• Lightweight
• Stronger than aluminium
• Used in planes and cars

Question 4

Copper properties and uses

Answer 4

• Good conducter of heat and electricity
• Used in cables, central heating, pipes

Question 5

Zinc properties and uses

Answer 5

• Corrosion resistant
• Used in galvanizing, batteries and casting

Question 6

Lead properties and uses

Answer 6

• Soft
• Malleable
• Corrosion resistant
• Used in barriers against radiation, batteries and bullets

Question 7

Tin properties and uses

Answer 7

• Weak
• Soft
• Ductile
• Corrosion resistant
• Used in solder and the plating of food cans

Question 8

Brass properties and uses

Answer 8

• 65% copper 35% zinc
• High quality finish
• Corrosion resistant
• Used in door handles, fittings and taps