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World Association of Technology Teachers

On behalf of The World Association of Technology Teachers
V.Ryan 2000 - 2009
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ANNEALING
V.Ryan 2009 World Association of Technology Teachers
1. What is the process called annealing?
ANNEALING
2. Aluminium has a low melting point compared to many metals. Keeping this important factor in mind, how
is aluminium annealed ?
3. Describe the physical properties of an annealed metal.
FIRE BRICKS
GAS/AIR
CONTROL
SOAP
4. The incomplete diagram below shows a piece of sheet aluminium in position for annealing.
Add the missing parts of the diagram.
Add notes below the diagram, explaining the safe operation of the brazing hearth.
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