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- 4. A ferrous metal that cannot be bent and is strong under compression. Used to make vices and heavy machinery.
- 6. A metal with a very low melting point. It can be shaped easily and is suitable for casting .
- 7. A natural material from which metal can be extracted .
- 8. A precious metal that can be shaped easily due to its malleable and ductile properties.
- 10. A non ferrous metal that 3 times lighter than mild steel.
- 12. A ferrous metal that is tough , ductile and malleable. Used to make car bodies and building frames.
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- 1. An alloy that is gold in colour. Heavy and quite hard. Sometimes used to make instruments and boat fittings.
- 2. Malleable , ductile and tough. A good conductor of electricity and heat.
- 3. Metals that contain iron such as mild steel and cast-iron. A disadvantage of many of these metals is that they rust.
- 4. Can be prevented by adding a protective coating such as paint, oil , lacquering and dip coating .
- 5. Hard and tough but very good resistance to corrosion. Used to make cutlery and sinks.
- 9. Usually the final stage of finishing a protect. Added to give added protection and to give the product a more appealing appearance.
- 11. A mixture of two of more metals .