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What happens to the strength of ceramics when they have tiny flaws?
What happens to the strength of ceramics when they have tiny flaws?
- It increases due to the flaws.
- It remains the same regardless of the flaws.
- It reduces drastically when loaded in tension or bending. (correct)
- It varies depending on the type of flaw.
What property of ceramics remains high, even when their strength in tension is drastically reduced due to flaws?
What property of ceramics remains high, even when their strength in tension is drastically reduced due to flaws?
- Thermal conductivity
- Stress resistance
- Compressive strength (correct)
- Impact resistance
What is a common method used to join metal to ceramic in manufacturing?
What is a common method used to join metal to ceramic in manufacturing?
- Screwing
- Welding
- Riveting
- Adhesives (correct)
What is recommended for the shapes of commercial ceramic parts based on the text?
What is recommended for the shapes of commercial ceramic parts based on the text?
What is the typical method used to shape cermets?
What is the typical method used to shape cermets?
What process is involved in making Silicon Carbide (SiC)?
What process is involved in making Silicon Carbide (SiC)?
What distinguishes Silicon Carbide (SiC) as a material?
What distinguishes Silicon Carbide (SiC) as a material?
In what field are SiC fibers like Nicalon commonly used as reinforcement?
In what field are SiC fibers like Nicalon commonly used as reinforcement?
What process creates a glassy phase in traditional ceramics like brick and stoneware?
What process creates a glassy phase in traditional ceramics like brick and stoneware?
Which of the following compounds is NOT commonly used in the production of technical ceramics?
Which of the following compounds is NOT commonly used in the production of technical ceramics?
What are the unique properties of alumina among technical ceramics?
What are the unique properties of alumina among technical ceramics?
How are technical ceramics like alumina typically manufactured?
How are technical ceramics like alumina typically manufactured?
