M2.2 Nature and properties of solids and fluids

Front

What is the role of bonds between particles in materials?

Back

They influence the material's properties

Front

What is the tendency of a material to resist indentation called?

Back

Hardness

Front

What is the tendency to withstand an applied load without failure or plastic deformation?

Back

Strength

Front

Example of a material with high strength: Rubber, Wood, Steel, Glass

Back

Steel

Front

Which of the following materials is considered brittle? Rubber, Concrete, Metal coil spring, Hard steel

Back

Concrete

Front

What is the elastic limit?

Back

The maximum stress a material can withstand without permanent deformation

Front

What is the main difference between elasticity and plasticity?

Back

Elasticity returns to original shape, plasticity remains in new shape

Front

Volatile liquid

Back

A liquid that readily evaporates at normal temperature

Front

Example of a volatile liquid: Water, Petrol, Olive oil, Vinegar

Back

Petrol

Front

Which of the following is NOT a volatile liquid? Methylated spirits, Ethanol, Water, Petrol

Back

Water