Properties Of Materials 5.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? Design & Technology: Resistant MaterialsProperties Of Materials GCSEEdexcel Created by: HopechCreated on: 15-02-16 14:23 Toughness The ability of a material to withstand sudden shocks or blows without cracking or fracturing. 1 of 12 Brittleness A tendency to show little or no resistance to impact or strain before cracking or shattering. 2 of 12 Hardness The ability of a material to resist abusive wear, indention and or scratching 3 of 12 Durability The ability to withstand wear and tear and weathering. resists corrosion. 4 of 12 Elasticity The ability to flex, bend or stretch when subjected to forces and then return to its original shape 5 of 12 Plasticity The ability of a material to have its shape changed permanently - heated and then reshaped 6 of 12 Malleability The ability of a material to have its shape changed permanently by being hammered, pressed or rolled, without cracking or rupturing. 7 of 12 Ductility The ability to have its shape changed permanently by being drawn through a die to a smaller diameter. 8 of 12 Conductor The ability to allow electrical flow 9 of 12 Resistor The ability to withstand the flow of electricity 10 of 12 Waterproof / Water-resistant The ability to resist liquids/ water from permeating into the layer below. 11 of 12 Chemical Resistance The ability to withstand the corrosive effects of certain chemicals. 12 of 12
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