Mechanical Properties Of Materials Flashcards
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What is malleability?
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The ability of a material to be flattened by a compressive force without falling.
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What is ductility?
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The ability of a material to be stretched or drawn into a wire by a tensile force without fracturing.
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What is hardness?
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The ability of a material to resist scratching and indentation.
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What is elasticity?
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The ability of a material to return to its original position and /or shape after the removal of the deforming force.
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What is toughness?
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The ability of a material to withstand an impact force and deform plastically before fracturing.
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What is strength?
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The ability of a material to withstand a loader force without failure.
