Test #1: Mechanical properties Flashcards
1
Q
Hardness
A
ability to resist denting or scratching.
2
Q
Rigidity
A
ability to resist deforming when constraint is applied.
3
Q
Resilience
A
ability to resist shattering on impact.
4
Q
Malleability
A
ability to be flattened into a sheet. (easily shaped)
5
Q
Ductility
A
ability to be stretched into a wire.
6
Q
Elasticity
A
ability to return to original shape.
7
Q
Electrical Conductivity
A
ability to allow electricity through. (opposite: insulator)
8
Q
Thermal Conductivity
A
ability to allow thermal energy through.
9
Q
Corrosion Resistance
A
ability to resist rusting.
