Part 1 - Classification of materials Flashcards
1
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Ferrous Metal
A
Magnetic and will rust - mostly iron
2
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Non - Ferrous Metal
A
Metal that does not contain Iron, do not rust and is not magnetic
3
Q
Alloy Metal
A
Metal made of two or more Metals
4
Q
Hardwood
A
from a Deciduous, slow-growing and lose leaves in winter.
5
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Softwood
A
wood from a coniferous tree, quick growing.
6
Q
Thermoplastic
A
a polymer that can be reheated and re-moulded many times.
7
Q
example of Thermoplastics
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LDPE, HDPE, PP, HIPS, ABS, PMMA, PET, PVC
8
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Thermosetting Polymer
A
Polymer when once undergone heat, it can not be re-heated or moulded.
9
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examples of thermosetting polymers
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UF, MF, Polyester, Epoxy Resin
