Scientificly accuratE info Flashcards
Brittle
Hard but liable to break easily
Stiff
Not easily bent or changed in shape; rigid
Strong
Able to withstand force, pressure, or wear
Hard
Solid, firm, and rigid; not easily broken, bent pierced
Flexible
Capable of bending easily without breaking
Durable
Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard wearing
Dense
Closely compacted in substance
Tough
(Of a substance or object) Strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling
Malleable
(Of a metal or other) Able to be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking or cracking
Conductor
A material or device that misconducts or transmit heat or electricity, especially when regarded in terms of its capacity to do this
Insulator
A substance which does not readily allow the passage of the heat or sound
Tensile strength
The resistance of a material to breaking under tension
Compressive
Tending to compress
Strength
The capacity of an object or substance to withstand great force or pressure