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• What are raw materials in manufacturing?

  Basic substances for creating finished products
• What are the types of raw materials?

  • Metals
  • Plastics
  • Timber
  • Textiles
  • Composites
• Why are metals important as raw materials?

  They are commonly used in manufacturing processes
• Name two examples of metals used as raw materials.

  Steel and aluminum
• How are plastics derived?

  From petrochemical products
• What is a characteristic of timber as a raw material?

  Used for construction and furniture
• What is the difference between hardwoods and softwoods?

  Hardwoods come from deciduous trees, softwoods from conifers
• Give two examples of textiles used as raw materials.

  Cotton and wool
• What are composites?

  Materials made by combining different materials
• Name two examples of composites.

  Fiberglass and carbon fiber
• What does sustainability refer to in raw materials?

  The environmental impact of sourcing materials
• What can affect the cost of raw materials?

  Availability and demand
• Why are the properties of raw materials important?

  They influence material selection for specific uses
• What are common stock forms of metals?

  • Sheets
  • Rods
  • Bars
  • Foils
• What are common stock forms of plastics?

  • Sheets
  • Rods
  • Films
  • Granules/Pellets
• What are common stock forms of timber?

  • Planks
  • Dowels
  • Sheets
• What are common stock forms of textiles?

  • Rolls
  • Threads
• What are common stock forms of composites?

  • Sheets
  • Panels
• What is the casting process?

  Molten metal poured into molds
• What is extrusion in processing raw materials?

  Material forced through a mold
• What are milling, turning, and drilling used for?

  Shaping and cutting raw materials
• Why is proper storage of raw materials important?

  To avoid deterioration and damage
• What is the impact of improper handling of materials?

  It can lead to damage before use
• Why is sustainability important in sourcing raw materials?

  It reduces environmental impact and waste
• What are recycled materials?

  Materials reused to reduce environmental impact
• What is sustainable timber?

  Timber from well-managed forests
• What are the key points about raw materials and stock forms?

  • Types of raw materials: metals, plastics, timber, textiles, composites
  • Stock forms: standardized shapes and sizes
  • Processing methods: casting, extrusion, milling, cutting
  • Importance of sustainability in sourcing
• What are the general properties of metals that students should know?

  • Good conductors of heat and electricity
  • High melting and boiling points
  • Malleability
  • Ductility
  • Strength
  • Shiny appearance (lustre)
  • High density
  • Toughness
  • Corrosion resistance
• Why are metals good conductors of heat and electricity?

  They allow heat and electricity to flow easily
• What is a common use of metals due to their high melting and boiling points?

  Engine parts and cooking utensils
• What does malleability in metals allow them to do?

  Be hammered or rolled into thin sheets
• Why is ductility important for metals like copper?

  It allows them to be stretched into wires
• What property makes steel suitable for structural applications?

  Its strength
• What is lustre in relation to metals?

  Shiny appearance of metals
• Why is high density an important property of metals?

  They are heavy for their size
• What does toughness in metals refer to?

  Ability to absorb energy before breaking
• Which metals are known for good corrosion resistance?

  Aluminum and stainless steel
• What are the properties of steel?

  Strong, hard, and resistant to wear
• What is a common use of aluminum due to its properties?

  Aircraft and packaging materials
• Why is copper widely used in electrical wiring?

  Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity