Material Selection Flashcards
1
Q
What is meant by strength ?
A
It’s ability to withstand force without breaking or permanently deforming
2
Q
What is meant by durability ?
A
How capable it is of withstanding wear and tear
3
Q
Explain what is meant by thermal conductivity
A
The movement of heat through a piece of material
4
Q
Explain what is meant by electrical conductivity
A
The movement of electricity through a material
5
Q
What is meant by shear strength ?
A
Ability to withstand opposing forces
6
Q
Define toughness
A
The resistance to fracture when a material is stressed
7
Q
Define durability
A
Refers to how well a material will wear over time
8
Q
Define density
A
The mass of 1 cubic meter of a substance
