Scientific principle Plumbing Materials Quiz part 1

Which of the following is a non-ferrous metal commonly used in plumbing materials?

• Steel

• Iron

• Copper

• Plastic

Which material is not typically used in plumbing applications?

• Steel

• Wood

• Plastic

• Alloys

What type of metal is iron classified as in plumbing materials?

• Non-ferrous metal

• Ferrous metal

• Alloy

• Plastic

What are some of the main materials used in plumbing?

• Pipes, fittings, boilers, radiators

• Wood, plastic, glass, rubber

• Concrete, bricks, tiles, sand

• Paper, cardboard, fabric, leather

Which of the following is a pure metal gained straight from ore?

• Iron

• Plastic

• Glass

• Wood

What characteristic do ferrous metals have?

• They are magnetic and will corrode easily if not treated

• They are non-magnetic and do not corrode

• They are lightweight and flexible

• They are transparent and brittle

What metals make up brass, commonly used in the plumbing industry?

• Copper and tin

• Copper and zinc

• Copper, tin, and zinc

• Iron and carbon

Which alloy is composed of copper and tin?

• Brass

• Bronze

• Gunmetal

• Steel

What is gunmetal made of?

• Copper and zinc

• Copper and tin

• Copper, tin, and zinc

• Iron and carbon

Which of the following is a non-ferrous metal?

• Steel

• Iron

• Copper

• Carbon