Y10 Assessment 2

What is the general meaning of "ferrous"?

• Containing iron

• Containing copper

• Containing aluminum

• Containing zinc

What is a common characteristic of ferrous metals?

• They are resistant to rusting

• They are prone to rusting and corrosion

• They are non-magnetic

• They have a low melting point

Which ferrous metal is known for its good hardness and compressive strength but poor tensile strength?

• Low-carbon steel

• High-carbon steel

• Cast iron

• Stainless steel

Which term describes the resistance to forces that are trying to crush or shorten a material?

• Tension

• Compression

• Shear

• Bending

What is the ability of a material to be shaped without cracking, tearing, or snapping called?

Which of the following manufactured boards is made from fine particles of timber, mixed with a bonding agent or glue and compressed?

• Medium-density fibreboard (MDF)

• Plywood

• Chipboard

• Hardboard

Which manufactured board is constructed from layers of veneer or plies glued together with the grain structure at 90° to each other?

• Medium-density fibreboard (MDF)

• Plywood

• Chipboard

• Hardboard

Which type of production involves making one product at a time, often for a specific customer?

• Batch production

• Mass production

• Continuous production

• One-off/bespoke production

In which type of production are large quantities of identical products made, typically going through different processes on a production line?

• One-off/bespoke production

• Batch production

• Mass production

• Continuous production

Which type of production is typically used to manufacture materials or chemicals, often referred to as 'commodities'?

• One-off/bespoke production

• Batch production

• Mass production

• Continuous production