No 20 2.3 Materials Science in Building Design Quiz

Which property would be most important for materials used in roofing?

• Malleability

• Weather resistance

• Conductivity

• Color

What is the property of pure iron?

• Very soft

• Very hard

• Corrosion-resistant

• Brittle

What is the main purpose of plumbing pipework in building services engineering?

• To provide heating and cooling

• To transport water and other fluids

• To support electrical cables

• To protect electrical wiring

Which of the following is a type of cable used in building services engineering for electrical wiring?

• HVAC systems

• Cable trays

• Plumbing pipework

• Two-core steel wire armoured cable

What are toilet pans and cisterns made from?

• Metal

• Ceramics

• Plastic

• Wood

What type of material are fireclays?

• Conductive

• Refractory

• Insulating

• Magnetic

Which of the following is NOT a use of ceramics mentioned in the text?

• Toilet pans

• Cisterns

• Electrical isolators

• Electrical conductors

What is natural rubber obtained from?

• Petroleum-based materials

• Latex sap of rubber trees

• Synthetic compounds

• Silicone

What is the primary use of silicone in construction?

• Flooring material

• Hoses

• Sealants or expansion joints

• Natural rubber

Which property is important for materials that need to be shaped by hammering or rolling?

• Conductivity

• Ductility

• Malleability

• Chemical composition