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What characteristic allows a material to be shaped without breaking?
Which type of steel has a higher carbon content?
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of cast iron?
What does the term 'forgeability' refer to?
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Which property describes a material's ability to flow easily when molten?
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What is the primary reason cast iron is relatively inexpensive to produce?
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What is the approximate melting point of cast iron?
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Which element acts as a softener and enhances machinability in cast iron?
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What characteristic of cast iron makes it unsuitable for the construction of crane cables?
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Which of the following statements about cast iron is true?
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What is the primary characteristic of the internal structure of Gray Cast Iron?
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Which distinguishing feature is characteristic of Ductile Cast Iron?
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What type of object is likely illustrated as an example of Gray Cast Iron?
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What is the texture characteristic of the internal structure of Ductile Cast Iron compared to Gray Cast Iron?
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Which title is found in the document related to the types of cast iron?
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What is a characteristic of white cast iron?
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How does the microstructure of malleable cast iron differ from that of white cast iron?
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What is a typical application for white cast iron?
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Which of these statements about the microstructure of malleable cast iron is true?
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In what kind of educational material might the information on cast iron types typically be found?
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What characteristic makes wrought iron suitable for decorative purposes?
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Why is wrought iron not suitable for plumbing applications?
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What happens to wrought iron when it is heated?
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How does wrought iron compare in terms of rust resistance?
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What is one common use of wrought iron?
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What is the carbon percentage range for Low Carbon Steel?
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Which type of carbon steel is primarily used for making railway wheels?
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In which application would you most likely use Mild Steel?
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Which type of carbon steel is categorized as having the highest carbon content?
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What is a primary use of Medium Carbon Steel?
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Which of the following products is made from low carbon steel?
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Which of these products is an example of mild steel?
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What type of steel is represented by metal threads?
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Which of these products is NOT associated with mild steel?
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Which product is commonly made from low carbon steel?
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What type of cast iron is known for its graphite flakes in the microstructure?
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Which type of cast iron has the highest tensile strength?
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What is the production method used for Grey Cast Iron?
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Which cast iron type is characterized by very high hardness and low ductility?
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In which application is Ductile Cast Iron primarily used?
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What microstructure does Malleable Cast Iron have?
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Which property is described as 'poor' in White Cast Iron?
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What distinguishes Ductile Cast Iron from Grey Cast Iron in terms of microstructure?
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Which type of cast iron is produced by rapid cooling methods?
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Which cast iron type has improved machinability compared to White Iron?
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Which of the following is an example of Medium carbon steel?
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Which image component corresponds to High carbon steel?
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Which of the following statements best describes a distinguishing feature between Medium and High carbon steel?
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What type of item is NOT represented as an example of High carbon steel?
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What is likely included in the Arabic text accompanying the steel images?
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What effect does nickel have on steel properties?
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Which alloying element makes steel self-hardening?
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What is the primary benefit of adding molybdenum to steel?
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Which alloying element helps to remove oxides from iron alloys?
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How does vanadium affect the properties of steel?
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Study Notes
Ferrous Metals
- Ferrous metals contain iron as the main component.
Types of Ferrous Metals
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Steels:
- Low alloy: Low carbon, medium carbon and high carbon steels.
- High alloy: Tool steels and stainless steels.
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Cast irons:
- Gray, Ductile, White Malleable cast irons.
Important Definitions
- Ductility: The ability of a material to be deformed without breaking.
- Malleability: The ability of a material to be hammered or shaped without breaking.
- Toughness: The ability of a material to absorb energy before breaking.
- Brittleness: The tendency of a material to break or fracture without significant deformation.
- Hardness: A material's resistance to scratching or indentation.
- Forgeability: The ability of a metal to be shaped by hammering or forging.
- Flowability: The ability of a molten metal to flow easily.
- Strength: The ability of a material to withstand stress or deformation.
- Workability: The ability of a metal to be cut, machined, or shaped easily.
- Formability: The ability of a metal to be deformed by pressure or hammering.
Cast Iron (a)
- Cast iron is produced in a blast furnace from iron ore.
- Contains high carbon content (2% - 4%).
- Relatively inexpensive to produce due to low production costs.
- Melting point is relatively low (~1200°C).
- Strong under pressure but has low tensile strength.
- Highly flowable in its liquid state, making it suitable for casting.
- Primarily used in various industrial applications and less for crane cables due to its weakness in tension/shear.
- Hard and brittle metal with exceptional wear resistance, particularly with good lubrication.
Alloying Elements in Cast Iron
- Carbon: Present in graphite flakes or spheres, or reacts with iron to form cementite (iron carbide).
- Silicon: (3%): Acts as a softener and enhances machinability.
- Manganese: (0.5%): Contributes to hardening cast iron.
- Sulfur: Less than 1%: Harmful to the iron-carbon alloy; it hinders graphite formation and weakens the alloy. Manganese is added to combine with sulfur to form manganese sulfide, which floats and allows for its removal.
- Phosphorus: Less than 1%: Increases the fluidity of the liquid metal.
Comparison of Cast Iron Types
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Grey Cast Iron:
- Microstructure: Graphite flakes.
- Properties: Relatively low tensile strength, higher compressive strength, good machinability, and castability.
- Application: Used in applications that require good machinability, such as machine parts and components.
- Production: Slow cooling of molten iron.
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Ductile Cast Iron:
- Microstructure: Graphite nodules.
- Properties: Higher tensile strength, ductility, and toughness than gray cast iron. Improved machinability compared to white iron.
- Application: Favored in applications requiring high strength and toughness, like engine components.
- Production: Addition of magnesium or other elements to molten iron before casting to modify the graphite structure and cooling rate.
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White Cast Iron:
- Microstructure: Iron carbide (cementite).
- Properties: Very hard and brittle, low ductility, with poor machinability.
- Application: Applications requiring high hardness, wear resistance. May be used as an intermediate product for malleable cast iron.
- Production: Rapid cooling of molten iron.
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Malleable Cast Iron:
- Microstructure: Graphite clusters or spheroids.
- Properties: Malleable (can be shaped during processing without breaking). Higher ductility and toughness than white cast iron, and relatively good machinability compared to other cast irons.
- Application: Used in mechanical components and structural parts when ductility and strength are required.
- Production: Heat treatment such as slow cooling of white iron. Addition of magnesium to the molten iron results in a better product.
Carbon Steel (c)
- Types of carbon steel are categorized by their carbon percentage.
Types of Carbon Steel and their Carbon Percentage Ranges
| Type of Steel | Carbon Percentage Range (%) | Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Low Carbon Steel | 0.1 - 0.125 | Rods, wires, thin sheets, pipes |
| Mild Steel | 0.125 - 0.3 | Sheets for boilers, construction work, and forging |
| Medium Carbon Steel | 0.3 - 0.9 | Forging, agricultural tools |
| High Carbon Steel | 0.9 - 1.5 | Springs, railway wheels, forging dies, hammers, and picks |
Alloy Steel (D)
- Alloying elements added to steel impact its properties.
Effect of Alloying Elements
| Alloying Elements | Effect on Steel Properties |
|---|---|
| Carbon | Increases hardness and resistance. The properties of the alloy depend on the ratio of free carbon (graphite) to combined carbon (iron carbide). |
| Silicon | Removes oxygen and other oxides from iron alloys. It also affects the amount of free carbon, which reduces the hardness of the alloy. The quality of the iron alloy depends on the amount of silicon. |
| Nickel | Increases toughness, resistance to impact, and resistance to corrosion. It is used to make protective sheets. |
| Tungsten | Makes steel self-hardening. The addition of tungsten forms hard particles that resist friction, increasing the steel's cutting ability. Tools made from tungsten steel do not need heat treatment for hardening, and are resistant to heat. Used for cutting tools. |
| Vanadium | Creates fine-grained steel with carbides that resist friction and increase hardenability, significantly increasing its toughness. Used when a strong but not brittle material is required. |
| Molybdenum | Makes steel tough at high temperatures.. It combines with carbon to increase iron carbide in the alloy, increasing hardness. It reacts with sulfur, removing its negative impacts. It reduces the melting point of iron alloys. Increases resistance to mechanical wear, corrosion resistance, hardness, toughness, and stress resistance. Used in parts of cars and airplanes. |
| Manganese | Improves mechanical wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and hardness and toughness. |
| Chromium | Increases resistance to corrosion and increases hardness and toughness. |
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This quiz covers the essential types and properties of ferrous metals, including various kinds of steels and cast irons. Key definitions such as ductility, malleability, and toughness are also highlighted. Test your knowledge on ferrous metals and their characteristics!
