Chap 3 & 4 physical properties and metal alloys Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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The ratio of ultimate tensile strength to density
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specific strength
2
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The ratio of modulus of elasticity to density
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Specific stifness
3
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Temperature at which a material changes from solid to liquid state
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melting
4
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Energy required to raise the temperature of a unit mass of a material by 1 degree
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specific heat
5
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Rate at which heat flows within and through a material
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thermal conductivity
6
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Reaction of a metal or ceramic with air that results in the formation of a layer of metal oxide on the surface of the metal
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oxidation
7
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Size of the solute atom is much smaller than solvent atom
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interstitial solid solution
8
Q
Major element in a solid solution
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solvent
9
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Minor element in a solid solution
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solute
10
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Size of the solute and solvent atoms are similar
A
substitutional solid solution
