Mechanical Engineering Materials Selection

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What is the primary reason for considering mechanical forces or loads in the selection of materials for engineering purposes?

  • To minimize self-weight of the machine
  • To withstand changes in temperature
  • To accommodate energy transmission (correct)
  • To ensure resistance to wear and tear

Which of the following materials is an example of a ductile material?

  • Wood
  • Rubber
  • Copper (correct)
  • Cast-iron

What is the ability of a material to deform under tensile stress without breaking?

  • Ductility (correct)
  • Elasticity
  • Malleability
  • Plasticity

Which material is an example of a material with high malleability?

<p>Gold (D)</p>
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What is the term used to describe the ability of a material to resist deformation under load?

<p>Stiffness (D)</p>
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Which of the following materials is an example of a brittle material?

<p>Cast-iron (D)</p>
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What is the ability of a material to resist scratches and wear?

<p>Hardness (C)</p>
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What is the primary material used in hip joint replacement?

<p>Ceramic (D)</p>
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What is the purpose of dermal fillers in cosmetic applications?

<p>To restore lost volume and fill wrinkles (B)</p>
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What is the reaction between two molecules to form a larger molecule without eliminating a smaller molecule?

<p>Addition (B)</p>
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What is the requirement of a biomaterial that is in contact with blood?

<p>Nonthrombogenicity (C)</p>
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What is the term used to describe the ability of a material to perform with an appropriate host response?

<p>Biocompatibility (A)</p>
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