Physical and Mechanical Properties of Materials

Which of the following is a physical property?

• Tensile strength

• Ductility

• Melting point

• Hardness

Which property allows a material to resist being scratched?

• Toughness

• Hardness

• Malleability

• Elasticity

Which material is highly ductile?

• Glass

• Copper

• Brick

• Concrete

Which property describes a material’s ability to absorb energy before breaking?

• Elasticity

• Toughness

• Conductivity

• Magnetism

Stainless steel resists rusting due to its:

• Elasticity

• Corrosion resistance

• Tensile strength

• Magnetism

Which metal melts at approximately 660°C?

• Iron

• Aluminium

• Copper

• Lead

Which material is a good conductor of electricity?

• Rubber

• Wood

• Copper

The ability of a material to return to its original shape after deformation is called:

• Malleability

• Elasticity

• Toughness

• Ductility

Which of the following is a mechanical property?

• Color

• Density

• Tensile strength

• Conductivity

Ceramics are commonly used for:

• Conducting electricity

• Insulation

• Bearing heavy loads

• Stretching into wires