Metals for Concrete Reinforcement and Methods of Joining Metals Quiz

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What are the two types of metals mentioned in the text for concrete reinforcement?

  • Aluminum and Zinc
  • Iron and Brass
  • Steel and Copper (correct)
  • Brass and Chromium

Which method involves joining metals by using a filler metal that melts below the melting point of the workpieces?

  • Rivets
  • Soldering
  • Brazing (correct)
  • Welding

Which metal reinforcement is made from solid steel sheets and formed through cutting or piercing in staggered patterns?

  • Expanded Mesh (correct)
  • Wire Fabric
  • Laths
  • Steel Bars

Which metal form can expanded mesh be shaped into according to the text?

<p>Diamond (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the spacing for longitudinal wires in Triangle-mesh Wire Fabric mentioned in the text?

<p>4 inches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which metal mentioned in the text is not suitable for concrete reinforcement?

<p>Lead (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of metal is commonly used for the reinforcement of concrete slabs and floors?

<p>Steel (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves joining metals using a metal alloy with a lower melting point than the base metals?

<p>Brazing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of welded-wire fabric in construction?

<p>Reinforcing concrete slabs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In welded-wire fabric, what do the numbers 6x6 - 10/10 refer to?

<p>Gauge of the wires (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is NOT commonly used for concrete reinforcement among the following?

<p>Zinc (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method of joining metals by melting a filler metal into the joint?

<p>Soldering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of using aluminum as a structural material?

<p>Aluminum can be extruded to produce economically efficient structural shapes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves joining metals using a filler metal with a melting point above 450 degrees Celsius?

<p>Brazing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context would aluminum columns and girders show increased efficiency?

<p>In structures with large bay spacing due to its lightweight nature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of corrugated aluminum when used in construction?

<p>Improving structural strength (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which metal is commonly used in concrete reinforcement in the form of bars, wire fabric, and expanded mesh?

<p>Steel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When considering metals for reinforcement, what method can be used to join them permanently?

<p>Mechanical fastening (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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