Materials Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What do the properties of a material determine?
A
They determine their suitability for a particular use.
2
Q
What is matter?
A
It is a substance that makes up everything, takes up space, and has mass.
3
Q
What are the 2 types of strength?
A
Compression strength and tensile strength.
4
Q
What are boiling and melting points?
A
Water can occur in a solid, liquid, or gas state.
5
Q
What is the boiling point of water?
A
100’C.
6
Q
What is the melting point of ice?
A
0’C.
7
Q
What is electrical conductivity?
A
Materials that allow electricity to move through them are called electric conductors. Materials that dont are electrical insulators.
8
Q
What is heat conductivity?
A
The ability of a material to conduct heat.
