Non-ferrous Metals

Question 1

Aluminium

Answer 1

Lightweight, ductile, malleable, corrosion resistant, conductor, can be MIG and TIG welded

Melting temp: 660

Uses: drinks cans,frames, baking foil

Question 2

Copper

Answer 2

Ductile, malleable, tough, corrosion resistant, can be soldered and brazed

Melting temp 1083

Uses: electrical wire, circuits, water pipes

Question 3

Zinc

Answer 3

Low melting point, good corrosion resistance
Melt temp 420

Uses: galvanising steel, buckets, farm gates, die casting

Question 4

Silver

Answer 4

Malleable, ductile, corrosion resistant, can be soldered
Melt temp 962

Uses: jewellery, cutlery, plating other materials

Question 5

Gold

Answer 5

Malleable, ductile, corrosion resistant, can be soldered
Melt temp 1063

Uses: jewellery, electronic components, plating other materials

Question 6

Titanium

Answer 6

Hard, similar strength to steel but lighter, high resistance to corrosion
Melt temp 1668

Uses: hip replacements, camping equipment, aircraft, spacecraft, glasses

Question 7

Tin

Answer 7

Ductile, malleable, low melting point, corrosion resistant
Melt temp 232

Uses: soft solder, coatings for food cans