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Which factor often leads to engineering disasters, according to the text?
Which factor often leads to engineering disasters, according to the text?
- Innovation in engineering
- Misuse of materials (correct)
- Use of new materials
- Selection of engineering materials
What are the essential properties of engineering materials typically considered in material selection?
What are the essential properties of engineering materials typically considered in material selection?
- Only mechanical properties
- Only physical properties
- Physical, mechanical, thermal, chemical, and electrical properties (correct)
- Physical and thermal properties
What does the text imply about innovation in engineering and the use of new materials?
What does the text imply about innovation in engineering and the use of new materials?
- Innovation is always directly linked to the use of new materials
- Innovation often requires the use of completely new materials
- Innovation only happens when new materials are developed
- Innovation can involve clever use of existing materials for new applications (correct)
What do plastic paper clips and ceramic turbine-blades represent according to the text?
What do plastic paper clips and ceramic turbine-blades represent according to the text?
Why are engineering disasters like aircraft being grounded often attributed to material-related issues?
Why are engineering disasters like aircraft being grounded often attributed to material-related issues?
Which of the following is not considered one of the major engineering materials?
Which of the following is not considered one of the major engineering materials?
Which class of materials includes materials like iron, steel, and titanium?
Which class of materials includes materials like iron, steel, and titanium?
What are some examples of ceramics used in engineering materials?
What are some examples of ceramics used in engineering materials?
What is an example of a polymer used in engineering materials?
What is an example of a polymer used in engineering materials?
In which class of materials would you find natural rubber and polyurethane?
In which class of materials would you find natural rubber and polyurethane?
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