Uses of Metals
Chemistry ⇒ Metals and Non-metals
Uses of Metals starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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A bridge is being constructed in a coastal area where corrosion is a major concern. Which metal or alloy would you recommend for the structure and why?
Describe one use of titanium and explain why it is suitable for that use.
Describe the use of sodium vapour lamps and explain why sodium is suitable for this application.
Explain why copper is not used for making cooking utensils, even though it is a good conductor of heat.
Explain why iron is used in the construction industry despite its tendency to rust.
Explain why metals are used in making cooking utensils.
Explain why platinum is used in laboratory equipment and jewellery.
Explain why stainless steel is preferred over pure iron for making kitchen utensils.
Identify the metal used in making the filament of electric bulbs.
List two uses of aluminium and explain the properties that make it suitable for these uses.
State one reason why gold is preferred for making jewellery.
Which property of mercury makes it suitable for use in thermometers?
A spacecraft requires a material that is both lightweight and able to withstand high temperatures during re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere. Which metal or alloy would be most suitable for this purpose and why?
Describe the role of metals in the catalytic converters of automobiles. Name one metal commonly used and explain its function.
Explain why alloys of metals are often used in place of pure metals for industrial applications. Give two examples of such alloys and their uses.
Explain why gold is used in electronic connectors and circuit boards, even though it is more expensive than other metals.
Which property of tungsten makes it suitable for use in the tips of cutting tools and why is this important in industrial applications?
