Metals (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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What are non-ferrous metals made without?
What are non-ferrous metals made without?
Iron
Key property of non-ferrous metals for outdoor use
Key property of non-ferrous metals for outdoor use
Rust resistance
Three examples of non-ferrous metals
Three examples of non-ferrous metals
Aluminium, copper, and zinc
Three main benefits of non-ferrous metals
Three main benefits of non-ferrous metals
Lightweight, strong, rust-resistant
Why aluminium is used in window frames
Why aluminium is used in window frames
Strength, light weight, and rust resistance
Why aluminium is important for spacecraft
Why aluminium is important for spacecraft
It's light and strong
Why beverage cans are made of aluminium
Why beverage cans are made of aluminium
Resists rust, doesn't react, recyclable
Weight: non-ferrous vs ferrous metals
Weight: non-ferrous vs ferrous metals
Light vs heavy
Corrosion resistance: non-ferrous vs ferrous
Corrosion resistance: non-ferrous vs ferrous
Excellent vs needs protection
Recyclability of non-ferrous metals
Recyclability of non-ferrous metals
Very recyclable
Applications of non-ferrous metals
Applications of non-ferrous metals
Window frames, aerospace parts, beverage cans
Applications of ferrous metals
Applications of ferrous metals
Buildings, machines, tools