Karteikarten: Metals and Alloys: Properties and Applications — 24 Karten

Gold — properties?

Malleable, ductile, corrosion-resistant, good conductor.

Gold — main uses?

Jewelry, electronics, coins.

Silver — properties?

Highly malleable, ductile, excellent conductor.

Silver — main uses?

Jewelry, electronics, photography, water purification.

Platinum — properties?

Unreactive, catalytic, corrosion-resistant.

Platinum — main uses?

Catalytic converters, jewelry, electrodes.

Copper — properties?

Ductile, good conductor, corrosion-resistant.

Copper — main uses?

Wiring, coins, ornaments.

Mercury — properties?

Liquid at room temp, good heat conductor.

Mercury — main uses?

Thermometers, barometers, dental amalgams.

Aluminum — properties?

Lightweight, malleable, corrosion-resistant.

Aluminum — main uses?

Aircraft, packaging, construction.

Zinc — properties?

Moderately corrosion-resistant, brittle.

Zinc — main uses?

Galvanizing, alloys like brass.

Tin — properties?

Malleable, non-corrosive, non-ductile.

Tin — main uses?

Food packaging, coatings, utensils.

Tungsten — properties?

High melting point, hard, acid-resistant.

Tungsten — main uses?

Electrodes, light bulb filaments, cutting tools.

Magnesium — properties?

Reactive, burns brightly, lightweight.

Magnesium — main uses?

Fireworks, alloys, plant mineral.

Lead — properties?

Dense, malleable, toxic.

Lead — main uses?

Batteries, shielding, weights.

Iron — properties?

Strong, magnetic, reactive.

Iron — main uses?

Construction, machinery, steel production.