SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which word means to be pounded into sheets?
A
ductile
B
malleable
C
dissolvable
D
ferment
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The property by which metals can be beaten into sheets is called malleability /ductility.

Detailed explanation-2: -A malleable material is one in which a thin sheet can be easily formed by hammering or rolling. In other words, the material has the ability to deform under compressive stress. A malleable material is one in which a thin sheet can be easily formed by hammering.

Detailed explanation-3: -Malleability-also called plasticity-has to do with whether something can be molded.

Detailed explanation-4: -Malleable: Substances that can be beaten into thin sheets. For example, Aluminium, Copper. Ductile: Substances that can be drawn into thin wires.

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