Properties and Characteristics Metals Flashcards
1
Q
what categories can metals be split into?
A
- ferrous
- non ferrous
2
Q
what does ferrous mean?
A
metal contains iron
3
Q
what are some examples of ferrous alloys?
A
- mild steel
- cast iron
- stainless steel
4
Q
What are some example of non-ferrous alloys?
A
- brass
- pewter
- solder
5
Q
What are the 3 types of timbers?
A
- hard wood
- soft wood
- manufactured board
6
Q
What are some examples of hard wood?
A
- oak
- ash
- balsa
7
Q
What are some examples of soft wood?
A
- scots pine
- cedar
- spruce
8
Q
What are some examples of manufactured board?
A
- MDF
- plywood
- chipboard
9
Q
What are the 3 types of polymer?
A
- thermoset
- thermo plastic
- elastomer
10
Q
What are some examples of thermoset? (polymers)
A
- epoxy resin
- urea formaldehyde
- polyester resin
11
Q
What are some examples of thermo plastic? (polymers)
A
- acrylic
- polypropylene
- high impact polystyrene
12
Q
What are some examples of an elastomer? (polymers)
A
- rubber
- neoprene
- silicone
13
Q
what are the 3 types of composite?
A
- concrete
- GFRP - glass fibre reinforced polymer
- CFRP - carbon fibre reinforced polymer
14
Q
What are the 5 different ceramics?
A
- glass
- brick
- diamond
- cement
- pottery
15
Q
What is the definition of elastomer?
A
a natural or synthetic polymer having elastic properties
