Material flashcardizz review

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What are the three main components of composites?

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Reinforcement, matrix, and boundary.

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True or False: Materials account for up to 50% of the costs of manufactured goods.

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True

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What are refractories used for?

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High temperature applications.

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True or False: The term 'plastic' can be used interchangeably with 'polymers'.

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True

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What do ceramics consist of?

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Clay products, abrasives, glass, and refractories.

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Define composites in materials science.

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Materials made from two or more constituent materials with significantly different physical or chemical properties.

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What is the role of the matrix in a composite material?

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To bind the reinforcement materials together and transfer loads between them.

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What are the properties of refractories?

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They are resistant to high temperatures and are used in furnaces, kilns, and reactors.

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What is the difference between thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics?

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Thermoplastics can be melted and reshaped, while thermosetting plastics cannot be remelted after curing.

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What are the common applications of ceramics?

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Used in pottery, tiles, glass, and as insulators in electrical applications.