Uses of alloys practice exercise 4

An electrician in Kisii is installing sockets in a rural dispensary. The sockets need a metal that is both durable and a good conductor. Which alloy should be chosen?

An electrician in Kisii is installing sockets in a rural dispensary. The sockets need a metal that is both durable and a good conductor. Which alloy should be chosen?  (1 mark)

An electrician in Kisii is installing sockets in a rural dispensary. The sockets need a metal that is both durable and a good conductor. Which alloy should be chosen?  (1 mark)

An electrician in Maragua is installing sockets in a rural dispensary. The sockets need a metal that is both durable and a good conductor. Which alloy should be chosen?  (1 mark)

A secondary school in Eldoret is choosing materials for spoons, serving trays, and pots. Which alloy would be best suited for these kitchen utensils?

A secondary school in Eldoret is choosing materials for spoons, serving trays, and pots. Which alloy would be best suited for these kitchen utensils?  (1 mark)

A secondary school in Eldoret is choosing materials for spoons, serving trays, and pots. Which alloy would be best suited for these kitchen utensils?  (1 mark)

A secondary school in Eldoret is choosing materials for spoons, serving trays, and pots. Which alloy would be best suited for these kitchen utensils?  (1 mark)

A school in Garissa wants to install large, corrosion-resistant hall doors that will not rust quickly. They are choosing between steel and duralumin. What should they pick and why?

A school in Garissa wants to install large, corrosion-resistant hall doors that will not rust quickly. They are choosing between steel and duralumin. What should they pick and why?  (1 mark)

A school in Garissa wants to install large, corrosion-resistant hall doors that will not rust quickly. They are choosing between steel and duralumin. What should they pick and why?  (1 mark)

A school in Garissa wants to install large, corrosion-resistant hall doors that will not rust quickly. They are choosing between steel and duralumin. What should they pick and why?  (1 mark)

A Kenyan company is designing a lightweight delivery van to reduce fuel costs. Which alloy would best help improve fuel efficiency while maintaining strength?

A Kenyan company is designing a lightweight delivery van to reduce fuel costs. Which alloy would best help improve fuel efficiency while maintaining strength?  (1 mark)

A Kenyan company is designing a lightweight delivery van to reduce fuel costs. Which alloy would best help improve fuel efficiency while maintaining strength?  (1 mark)

A Kenyan company is designing a lightweight delivery van to reduce fuel costs. Which alloy would best help improve fuel efficiency while maintaining strength?  (1 mark)

A bronze statue in Nairobi has tarnished and needs restoration. Why would the artist prefer using bronze again for repairs instead of a cheaper alloy like mild steel?

A bronze statue in Nairobi has tarnished and needs restoration. Why would the artist prefer using bronze again for repairs instead of a cheaper alloy like mild steel?  (1 mark)

A bronze statue in Nairobi has tarnished and needs restoration. Why would the artist prefer using bronze again for repairs instead of a cheaper alloy like mild steel?  (1 mark)

A bronze statue in Nairobi has tarnished and needs restoration. Why would the artist prefer using bronze again for repairs instead of a cheaper alloy like mild steel?  (1 mark)

A bronze statue in Nairobi has tarnished and needs restoration. Why would the artist prefer using bronze again for repairs instead of a cheaper alloy like mild steel?  (1 mark)

A craftsman in Kitui is making traditional wind instruments that must produce clear sound. Which alloy should he use?

A craftsman in Kitui is making traditional wind instruments that must produce clear sound, as shown below. Which alloy should he use?  (1 mark)

A craftsman in Kitui is making traditional wind instruments that must produce clear sound, as shown below. Which alloy should he use?  (1 mark)

A craftsman in Kitui is making traditional wind instruments that must produce clear sound, as shown below. Which alloy should he use?  (1 mark)

A juice company needs to package drinks in containers that are light and won’t corrode. Which alloy is the best choice?

A juice company needs to package drinks in containers that are light and won’t corrode. Which alloy is the best choice?  (1 mark)

A juice company needs to package drinks in containers that are light and won’t corrode. Which alloy is the best choice?  (1 mark)

A juice company needs to package drinks in containers that are light and won’t corrode. Which alloy is the best choice?  (1 mark)

A Kenyan ferry service is replacing its ship propellers. Which alloy should be used to resist corrosion in salty water?

A Kenyan ferry service is replacing its ship propellers, as shown below. Which alloy should be used to resist corrosion in salty water?  (1 mark)

A Kenyan ferry service is replacing its ship propellers, as shown below. Which alloy should be used to resist corrosion in salty water?  (1 mark)

A Kenyan ferry service is replacing its ship propellers, as shown below. Which alloy should be used to resist corrosion in salty water?  (1 mark)

A plumber is repairing a water tank that frequently rusts. Which alloy should he recommend for replacing the rusting parts?

A plumber is repairing a water tank that frequently rusts. Which alloy should he recommend for replacing the rusting parts?  (1 mark)

A plumber is repairing a water tank that frequently rusts. Which alloy should he recommend for replacing the rusting parts?  (1 mark)

A plumber is repairing a water tank that frequently rusts. Which alloy should he recommend for replacing the rusting parts?  (1 mark)

A student wants a bicycle that is light and strong for riding long distances. Which alloy is most suitable for the frame?

A student wants a bicycle that is light and strong for riding long distances. Which alloy is most suitable for the frame? (1 mark)

A student wants a bicycle that is light and strong for riding long distances. Which alloy is most suitable for the frame? (1 mark)

A student wants a bicycle that is light and strong for riding long distances. Which alloy is most suitable for the frame? (1 mark)