Ch 9
No description yet. This curated deck is ready for daily study.
Card preview (7)
What is density?
The amount of mass in a given volume of a substance Density is a key concept in physical science that helps in understanding the properties of materials.
Define malleability.
A substance’s ability to be hammered into thin sheets Malleability is an important property for metals used in manufacturing.
What does ductility refer to?
How easily a substance can be drawn into the shape of a wire Ductility is crucial for materials used in electrical wiring.
What is meant by tensile strength?
A substance’s ability to withstand stretching forces Tensile strength is important in materials used for construction and manufacturing.
Define compressive strength.
A substance’s ability to withstand crushing forces Compressive strength is vital for materials used in structural applications.
What does shear strength indicate?
A substance’s ability to withstand forces that cause the substance to slide against itself Shear strength is important in understanding how materials behave under different forces.
What is elasticity?
A substance’s ability to stretch without breaking or becoming permanently deformed Elasticity is a key property in materials that need to return to their original shape after deformation.