Non-Ferrous Metals (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Quizzes
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What characteristic defines non-ferrous metals?
What characteristic defines non-ferrous metals?
Made without iron
Which of these are examples of non-ferrous metals?
Which of these are examples of non-ferrous metals?
Aluminium, copper, and zinc
What are the main benefits of non-ferrous metals?
What are the main benefits of non-ferrous metals?
Lightweight, strong, rust-resistant
Why is rust resistance crucial for non-ferrous metals?
Why is rust resistance crucial for non-ferrous metals?
For use in wet & chemical environments
Why is aluminium used in window frames?
Why is aluminium used in window frames?
Strength, light weight, rust resistance
Why is aluminium important in spacecraft?
Why is aluminium important in spacecraft?
It's light & strong, reducing weight
Why are beverage cans made of aluminium?
Why are beverage cans made of aluminium?
Resists rust, doesn't react, recyclable
How does the weight of non-ferrous metals compare to ferrous?
How does the weight of non-ferrous metals compare to ferrous?
Non-ferrous metals are light
How do non-ferrous metals resist corrosion vs ferrous?
How do non-ferrous metals resist corrosion vs ferrous?
Excellent vs needs protection
What are applications of non-ferrous metals?
What are applications of non-ferrous metals?
Window frames, aerospace parts, cans