Eduqas Properties of Materials

What property of a material describes its ability to resist scratching, cutting, or wear-and-tear?

• Toughness

• Malleability

• Hardness

• Ductility

Which material is known for its toughness, being used in bus shelters made from polycarbonate transparent plastic sheets?

• Steel

• Lead

• Glass

• Polycarbonate

What does malleability refer to in materials?

• Ability to conduct electricity

• Ability to be stretched without breaking

• Ability to be pressed or hammered into shapes

• Ability to resist environmental damage

Which material is described as the most malleable, often used in thin sheets known as gold leaf?

• Copper

• Steel

• Lead

• Gold

What characteristic of copper makes it suitable for most electrical wiring?

• High malleability

• High ductility and conductive properties

• High toughness

• High hardness

Which of the following materials is used in high-end stereo equipment for its low resistance to electricity?

• Copper

• Steel

• Gold

• Lead

What property of a material describes its ability to conduct heat effectively?

• Corrosion resistance

• Elasticity

• Conductivity (Thermal)

• Environmental degradation

Which material is noted for its corrosion resistance, particularly in cutlery?

• Copper

• Rubber

• Aluminium

• Stainless steel

What characteristic allows aluminium to resist environmental degradation?

• Flexibility

• UV resistance

• Heat conductivity

• Elasticity

What property of a material allows it to return to its original shape after being stretched or deformed?

• Corrosion resistance

• Elasticity

• Thermal conductivity

• Environmental degradation