3.2 - Types of Aluminum
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What is pure aluminum defined as in terms of percentage?
💡 Hint: Think about the purity level needed for applications.
Name one application of the 3xxx series aluminum alloy.
💡 Hint: Consider common uses in lightweight products.
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What percentage of aluminum defines pure aluminum?
💡 Hint: Consider the level of purity for structural use.
True or False: The 2xxx series aluminum is more resistant to corrosion than the 5xxx series.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the properties of aluminum alloys.
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Based on the properties of the 7xxx series alloy, describe a scenario where it would provide a critical advantage over 2xxx and 5xxx series alloys.
💡 Hint: Consider high-stress environments and the balance of weight to strength ratio.
As a civil engineer, if tasked with designing a coastal building, differentiate the choices between using 5xxx and a 6061 alloy. Which would be better and why?
💡 Hint: Think about environmental exposure's long-term effects on materials.
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