Metals And Non-Metals Flashcards
Physical properties of metals
Conductor
Ductile
Strong
Malleable
Sonorous
Waterproof
Magnetic
Shiny
Hard
Conductor:
E.g. a saucepans
Conducts heat
Used in wire to conduct electricity
Gives out light
Ductile
Can be shaped into long, thin wires
Malleable
Shaped into jewellery
Sonorous
Makes a nice sound when you hit it
Strong:
Lasts a long time (durable)
Use of gold:
Making jewellery
Use of copper:
Electrical cables
Saucepans
Electrical wires
Use of calcium:
Compounds of this metal are essential for healthy bones and teeth
Use of aluminium:
Making aeroplanes
Saucepans
Casing of compasses
Use of iron:
Making buildings
Saucepans
Framework of skyscrapers
Use of mercury:
This is a liquid metal found in thermometers
Use of steel:
Saucepans
Springs
Framework of skyscrapers
Saw blades
Use of bronze:
Bells
Use of brass:
Bells
Casing of compasses