10 Questions
What is the historical evidence of early use of lubricants?
Presence of calcium soaps on chariot axles dated to 1400 BC
What is the main function of a lubricant?
To reduce friction between surfaces
What is the purpose of using lubricants in cooking?
To prevent food sticking
What is the property of reducing friction known as?
Lubricity
In addition to industrial applications, what are other uses of lubricants mentioned in the text?
Cooking, reducing rusting, bioapplications on humans, and sexual intercourse
Which examples are among the familiar quantitative properties?
Mass, time, distance
What are some examples of quantities that function as states of things?
Heavy and light, long and short
What is ultimately divisible into indivisibles according to the text?
Multitude
Which are cases of collective nouns according to the text?
Army, fleet, flock
Which are among the basic classes of things mentioned in the text?
Quantity, quality, substance
Test your knowledge of lubricants and their properties with this quiz! Learn about reducing friction, heat generation, and the various functions of lubricants. Perfect for engineering students, mechanical enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the science of reducing friction between surfaces.
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