Metals Quiz

Ferrous metals contain iron and steel, while non-ferrous metals do not have iron or iron components.

Impact testing of metals is performed to determine the impact resistance or toughness of materials by calculating the amount of energy absorbed during fracture.

An alloy is a substance formed from the combination of two or more metals, or from combinations of metals and other elements. Examples include brass, bronze, and gun metal.

<p>Hardening of steel involves controlled heating to a critical temperature dictated by the type of steel, followed by controlled cooling. Dependent on the type of material, appropriate cooling rates vary from very fast (water quench) to very slow (air cool).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Vacuum hardening is the hardening procedure for deformation sensitive precision or formed components and tools which make high demands on a clean, bright surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers