Engineering Materials Overview

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Which type of steel is known for having a higher carbon content, making it exceptionally hard?

Cast iron

What property makes wrought iron prone to rust?

Low resistance to corrosion

Which type of steel becomes even tougher with the introduction of elements like chromium and nickel?

Engineering steel

What characteristic of stainless steel makes it widely used in construction and manufacturing industries?

Low resistance to corrosion

Which type of steel is often used for items like stairs, platforms, walkways, and moveable partition supports?

Engineering steel

What is a common application of powder-coated steel according to the text?

Toilet partitions and lockers

Which type of steel incorporates elements such as chromium, nickel, and titanium to impart greater strength and durability without increasing weight?

Stainless steel

In which application is cast iron commonly used?

Automobile engines

What gives wrought iron excellent resistance to corrosion and oxidation?

Slag

Which type of iron is almost pure iron with very little carbon content?

Wrought iron

What property makes cast iron resistant to wear?

Hardness

Which element is NOT typically incorporated into engineering steels like stainless steel?

Silicon

What is the primary use of copper in the electrical industry?

Production of wire and other conductors

Which metal is valued for its strength and corrosion resistance among the listed nonferrous metals?

Bronze

What does the addition of aluminum do to brass?

Improves strength and corrosion resistance

Which metal is red in color and is highly ductile and malleable?

Copper

What property makes aluminium a suitable choice for the manufacturing of aircraft?

Lightweight

Which metal is steel-gray, lustrous, hard, and takes a high polish?

Chromium

Learn about different types of engineering materials like carbon steel, engineering steel, and cast iron commonly used in various industries for making tools, machinery, and equipment.

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