WorksheetsFerrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a characteristic of ferrous metals?
They are light in weight.
They do not contain iron.
They are not magnetic.
They are prone to rust.
Which of the following is a use of cast iron?
Jewellery
Manhole covers
Bike frames
Electrical wires
What property does high-carbon steel have?
It is corrosion resistant.
It is hard but brittle.
It is light in weight.
It is extremely malleable.
Which metal is known for being an excellent electrical conductor?
Aluminium
Copper
Cast iron
Stainless steel
What is a property of aluminium?
It is magnetic.
It is heavy and strong.
It is a poor conductor of heat.
It is corrosion resistant.
Which of the following is a non-ferrous metal?
High-carbon steel
Cast iron
Copper
Low-carbon steel
What is an alloy?
A metal that is not magnetic
A metal that contains iron
A mixture of two or more elements, at least one of which is a metal
A pure metal
What is a use of stainless steel?
Bike frames
Plumbing fittings
Cutlery
Drink cans
Which metal oxidises to a green colour?
Copper
Aluminium
Brass
Silver
What is a property of brass?
It is gold coloured but darkens when oxidised.
It is silver when polished.
It is a ferrous metal.
It is extremely malleable.
Which metal is used for making jewellery due to its properties?
Cast iron
Bronze
Silver
Aluminium
What is a common use for low-carbon steel?
Jewellery
Nuts and bolts
Saucepans
Electrical wires
Which of the following metals is known for its excellent resistance to corrosion?
Copper
Cast iron
High-carbon steel
Stainless steel
What is a property of bronze?
It is magnetic.
It is light in weight.
It is harder than brass and corrosion resistant.
It is a ferrous metal.
Which of the following is a use of aluminium?
Bearings
Locks and doorknobs
Saucepans
Manhole covers
