Physical Material Properties Flashcards

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Density

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Melting Point

Back

Temperature at which a solid becomes a liquid

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Thermal Conductivity

Back

Ability to transfer heat

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Electrical Conductivity

Back

Ability to transfer electricity

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Electrical Resistivity

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Ability to stop the flow of electricity

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Thermal Expansion

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Expansion or contraction when temperature changes

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Specific Heat

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Energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 kg by 1°C

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Corrosion Resistance

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Ability to stop processes that cause corrosion

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Hardenability

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Effectiveness of heat treatment to change crystalline structure

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Weldability

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Ability to be welded without cracking or changing structure