A Level Design and Technology: Product Design

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is a property of metals?

   A) Malleability

   B) Transparency

   C) Brittleness

   D) Porosity

2. What type of metal is known for its resistance to corrosion?

   A) Cast iron

   B) Stainless steel

   C) Low carbon steel

   D) Copper

3. Which of the following materials can be classified as a non-ferrous metal?

   A) Aluminium

   B) Mild steel

   C) High speed steel

   D) Duralumin

4. In terms of manufacturing, what advantage does using alloys provide?

   A) They are cheaper to produce

   B) They have a mixture of properties

   C) They are always more malleable

   D) They never rust

5. Which test is used to measure the tensile strength of metals?

   A) Charpy test

   B) Rockwell test

   C) Tensile test

   D) Brinell hardness test

6. The ability of a metal to withstand deformation without breaking is known as:

   A) Malleability

   B) Ductility

   C) Toughness

   D) Hardness

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. The process of joining two metals together using heat is called .

2. A metal's ability to conduct electricity is referred to as its .

3. The three main types of metals are ferrous, non-ferrous, and .

4. The property that describes how well a material resists deformation is called its .

5. is a common test used to assess the hardness of a material.

Open-Ended Question

1. Discuss the importance of understanding the properties of metals in product design and how these properties influence the selection of materials for various applications.

Answer Key

Multiple Choice Questions

1. A) Malleability

2. B) Stainless steel

3. A) Aluminium

4. B) They have a mixture of properties

5. C) Tensile test

6. B) Ductility

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Welding

2. Electrical conductivity

3. Alloys

4. Hardness

5. Brinell hardness test

Open-Ended Question

1. Students should discuss properties such as malleability, toughness, and conductivity, and how these influence material choice for applications like construction, automotive, and consumer products.

Notes

    This worksheet is designed to reinforce students' understanding of the properties and applications of metals in product design.

Encourage students to consider real-world applications of metals and how their properties affect design decisions.