SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS & PROCESSES (2EMAT) Tutorial 1 Classification Of Materials

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. State the different classifications for engineering materials. Explain the difference between ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals. Give two examples for each of these metals. List four general properties of metals. Ceramics can be sub-divided into two categories. What are they? List four general properties of ceramics. List five general properties of polymers. What is the main element that is found in polymers. What is a composite? In what way are the properties of composites different from other classifications? List three applications of composites. In high temperature applications, which of the four classifications is most suitable? Give reason(s) for your choice. Explain why nonferrous metals have better corrosion resistance as compared to ferrous metals. Explain the term bio-compatible with human tissues. List two products which are bio-compatible with human tissues.

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