Properties of Metals Properties of Metals 3.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? Design & Technology: Resistant MaterialsGCSEEdexcel Created by: Ido VockCreated on: 24-04-12 07:18 Categories Ferrous: Metals that contain iron (fer = iron in French). Non-ferrous: Metals that do not contain iron. 1 of 4 Chemical Properties Magnetic: Emits a magnetic field that can attract other magnetic materials. Most ferrous materials are magnetic. Conductor of heat: Heat encounters little resistance as it goes through the material. Conductor of electricity: Electricity encounters little resistance as it travels through the material. Resistant to corrosion: The material will not corrode (rust). Ductility: The ability of a material to be drawn or stretched into thinner, smaller sections without snapping. Elasticity: The ability to return to the original shape after being deformed. 2 of 4 Mechanical Strengths Compressive Strength: The ability of a material to withstand being squashed. Toughness: The ability to withstand sudden shock loading (dropping it). Durability: The ability to withstand wear, pressure or damage. Shear: The ability of a material to withstand being pulled or slid apart (a joint). 3 of 4 Mechanical Properties Malleability: The ability of a material to be changed into a different shape. Fluidity: When melted the metal becomes very liquid - good for casting. 4 of 4
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