Metals and Metallurgy - SS2 Chemistry Past Questions and Answers - page 2
Which of the following properties is NOT typically associated with metals?
Ductility
Brittle
Electrical conductivity
Lustre
Which metal is commonly used for electrical wiring due to its high electrical conductivity?
Iron
Aluminium
Copper
Lead
Which property of metals allows them to be shaped into thin sheets?
Malleability
Hardness
Tensile strength
Conductivity
Which metal is known for its high strength-to-weight ratio and is widely used in aerospace applications?
Titanium
Aluminium
Gold
Silver
Which metal is used as a catalyst in the catalytic converters of automobiles to reduce harmful emissions?
Platinum
Nickel
Zinc
Chromium
Which metal is highly resistant to corrosion and is commonly used in marine applications and water pipelines?
Iron
Aluminium
Zinc
Stainless steel
Which metal is added to steel to improve its hardness and strength?
Aluminium
Copper
Nickel
Zinc
Which metal is used in the production of batteries due to its ability to resist corrosion and efficiently conduct electricity?
Lithium
Sodium
Potassium
Calcium
Which metal is widely used in the construction industry due to its low density, corrosion resistance, and strength?
Iron
Copper
Zinc
Aluminium
Which property of metals allows them to be drawn into thin wires?
Ductility
Hardness
Elasticity
Conductivity