Uses of alloys practice exercise 1

Question 1

Explain why steel is commonly chosen for making bridges and skyscrapers. (1 mark)

Question 2

Explain why steel is commonly chosen for making bridges and skyscrapers. (1 mark)

Question 3

Kenya imports many vehicles, but locally some parts are repaired or fabricated. Discuss why steel alloys are preferred in making car bodies and engine parts as shown below. (2 marks)

Question 4

Kenya imports many vehicles, but locally some parts are repaired or fabricated. Discuss why steel alloys are preferred in making car bodies and engine parts as shown below. (2 marks)

Question 5

Aircraft manufacturers in Kenya and worldwide prefer a certain alloy when making aircraft frames. Identify this alloy and explain why it is chosen. (2 marks)

Question 6

Aircraft manufacturers in Kenya and worldwide prefer a certain alloy when making aircraft frames. Identify this alloy and explain why it is chosen. (2 marks)

Question 7

Aircraft manufacturers in Kenya and worldwide prefer a certain alloy when making aircraft frames. Identify this alloy and explain why it is chosen. (2 marks)

Question 8

Coins and medals awarded during Kenyan athletics competitions are not made from pure metals. Which alloy is mostly used, and what makes it suitable? (2 marks)

Question 9

Coins and medals awarded during Kenyan athletics competitions are not made from pure metals. Which alloy is mostly used, and what makes it suitable? (2 marks)

Question 10

Coins and medals awarded during Kenyan athletics competitions are not made from pure metals. Which alloy is mostly used, and what makes it suitable? (2 marks)

Question 11

Explain why brass is commonly used in electrical switches and sockets in Kenyan households. (1 mark)

Question 12

Explain why brass is commonly used in electrical switches and sockets in Kenyan households. (1 mark)

Question 13

Explain why brass is commonly used in electrical switches and sockets in Kenyan households. (1 mark)

Question 14

The image below shows a musical instrument made from an alloy that produces a pleasant sound. What is the name of this alloy? (1 mark)

Question 15

The image below shows a musical instrument made from an alloy that produces a pleasant sound. What is the name of this alloy? (1 mark)

Question 16

The items in the image below are made from a strong, rust-resistant alloy used in kitchens. What is this alloy? (1 mark)

Question 17

The items in the image below are made from a strong, rust-resistant alloy used in kitchens. What is this alloy? (1 mark)

Question 18

The items in the image below are made from a strong, rust-resistant alloy used in kitchens. What is this alloy? (1 mark)

Question 19

Which alloy is commonly used in constructing large structures like bridges, buildings, and skyscrapers? (1 mark)

Question 20

Which alloy is commonly used in constructing large structures like bridges, buildings, and skyscrapers? (1 mark)

Question 21

Which alloy is commonly used in constructing large structures like bridges, buildings, and skyscrapers? (1 mark)

Question 22

Which alloy is commonly used in sockets, switches, and other electrical parts due to its excellent conductivity? (1 mark)

Question 23

Which alloy is commonly used in sockets, switches, and other electrical parts due to its excellent conductivity? (1 mark)

Question 24

Which alloy is commonly used in sockets, switches, and other electrical parts due to its excellent conductivity? (1 mark)

Question 25

Which alloy is commonly used in the construction of aircraft frames due to its high strength-to-weight ratio? (1 mark)

Question 26

Which alloy is commonly used in the construction of aircraft frames due to its high strength-to-weight ratio? (1 mark)

Question 27

Which alloy is commonly used in the construction of aircraft frames due to its high strength-to-weight ratio? (1 mark)

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