Practice Mechanical Properties - 2.1 | 34. Classification of Plastics | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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2.1 - Mechanical Properties

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define tensile strength.

💡 Hint: Think about how much you can pull on a rope before it snaps.

Question 2

Easy

What is impact resistance?

💡 Hint: Consider why sports helmets are made from certain types of plastics.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does tensile strength measure?

  • Impact resistance
  • Stretching stress
  • Deformability

💡 Hint: Think about materials that you can pull without them breaking.

Question 2

True or False: Thermosetting plastics are generally more impact resistant than thermoplastics.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the applications of flexible plastics.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Imagine you need to select a plastic for a safety shield in a sports arena. Discuss how you would consider tensile strength, impact resistance, and creep in your decision-making.

💡 Hint: Focus on the type of forces and stresses that the shield would face.

Question 2

Evaluate a scenario where a plastic beam is used in constructing a load-bearing ceiling. Discuss the implications of creep on its longevity.

💡 Hint: Consider how long-term loading can affect materials.

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