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Engineering Materials problems


  • 1. Corrosion resistance of steel is increased by adding nickel and chromium.

  • Options
  • A. Agree
  • B. Disagree
  • Discuss
  • 2. The metal suitable for bearings subjected to heavy loads, is

  • Options
  • A. silicon bronze
  • B. white metal
  • C. monel metal
  • D. phosphor bronze
  • Discuss
  • 3. In iron, the presence of carbon in free form is called graphite.

  • Options
  • A. Agree
  • B. Disagree
  • Discuss
  • 4. The compressive strength of cast iron is __________ that of its tensile strength.

  • Options
  • A. equal to
  • B. less than
  • C. more than
  • Discuss
  • 5. Gamma-iron occurs between the temperature range of

  • Options
  • A. 400°C to 600°C
  • B. 600°C to 900°C
  • C. 900°C to 1400°C
  • D. 1400°C to 1530°C
  • Discuss
  • 6. Wrought iron

  • Options
  • A. is a ductile material
  • B. can be easily forged or welded
  • C. cannot stand sudden and excessive shocks
  • D. all of these
  • Discuss
  • 7. Which of the following impurity in cast iron promotes graphite nodule formation and increases the fluidity of the molten metal?

  • Options
  • A. Silicon
  • B. Sulphur
  • C. Manganese
  • D. Phosphorus
  • Discuss
  • 8. Which of the following property is desirable in parts subjected to shock and impact loads?

  • Options
  • A. Strength
  • B. Stiffness
  • C. Brittleness
  • D. Toughness
  • Discuss
  • 9. According to Indian standard specifications, a plain carbon steel designated by 40 C8 means that the carbon content is

  • Options
  • A. 0.04%
  • B. 0.35 to 0.45%
  • C. 0.4 to 0.6%
  • D. 0.6 to 0.8%
  • Discuss
  • 10. Connecting rod is, usually, made from

  • Options
  • A. low carbon steel
  • B. high carbon steel
  • C. medium carbon steel
  • D. high speed steel
  • Discuss

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