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Metal and Alloys Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

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Class
Date
1.

Why is mild steel such a popular material for the construction of buildings and vehicles?

a)

It is lightweight and easy to shape.

b)

It is strong and durable.

c)

It is resistant to rust without any treatment.

d)

It is the cheapest metal available.

2.

What is the primary characteristic of ferrous metals?

a)

They contain iron and can rust.

b)

They are non-magnetic.

c)

They do not contain iron.

d)

They are resistant to rust.

3.

What is bauxite?

a)

A type of alloy.

b)

A type of ferrous metal.

c)

The ore from which aluminium is extracted.

d)

A synthetic metal.

4.

Which of the following is a common example of a ferrous metal?

a)

Aluminium

b)

Copper

c)

Mild steel

d)

Gold

5.

What is the appearance of low carbon steel?

a)

Dull, varying shades of grey

b)

Bright grey with a smooth texture

c)

Very shiny and reflective

d)

Dark brown with a rough texture

6.

What is a common use for cast iron?

a)

Construction girders

b)

Kitchen pots and pans

c)

Car bodies

d)

Scissors

7.

What is the carbon content range for low carbon steel?

a)

0.6 - 1.5%

b)

2.4 - 4%

c)

0.05 - 0.3%

d)

1.5 - 2.5%

8.

What is the appearance of cast iron?

a)

Bright grey with a smooth texture

b)

Very shiny and reflective

c)

Dull, varying shades of grey

d)

Dark brown with a rough texture

9.

Which of the following is a precious metal?

a)

Iron

b)

Copper

c)

Gold

d)

Aluminum

10.

What is a characteristic of low carbon steel?

a)

Hard and brittle

b)

Tough and ductile

c)

Very shiny

d)

Soft and malleable

11.

What is a characteristic of aluminium?

a)

High electrical conductivity

b)

Lightweight, high strength to weight ratio

c)

Soft and malleable

d)

Fair electrical conductivity

12.

What is a common use for tin?

a)

Sports car body panels

b)

Plumbing supplies

c)

Plating surfaces to preserve contents

d)

Galvanising steel

13.

What is the appearance of brass?

a)

Light grey

b)

Yellowish gold

c)

Silvery white

d)

Silvery grey

14.

Which metal is known for being ductile and easily joined by soldering?

a)

Aluminium

b)

Copper

c)

Tin

d)

Zinc

15.

Which metal is typically used for galvanizing steel to prevent rusting?

a)

Silver

b)

Zinc

c)

Lead

d)

Aluminium