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This section includes 8 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Engineering Materials Metallurgy knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
1. |
An electrically insulating material has a resistivity that is ____ times greater than that of copper. |
A. | 1018 |
B. | 1019 |
C. | 1020 |
D. | 1021 |
Answer» E. | |
2. |
Which of the following is a cause for an increase in insulation? |
A. | Increase in thickness |
B. | Decrease in thickness |
C. | Decrease in cost |
D. | Low density |
Answer» B. Decrease in thickness | |
3. |
A cork insulation with a waterproof binder is used for _______ surfaces. |
A. | Soft |
B. | Hot |
C. | Cold |
D. | Hard |
Answer» D. Hard | |
4. |
An insulating material made from ______ is preferred for applications where vibration resistance is vital. |
A. | Asbestos |
B. | Magnesium carbonate |
C. | Rock wool |
D. | Cattle hair |
Answer» E. | |
5. |
An insulating material named 85% magnesia can be used up to temperatures of _______ |
A. | 120oC |
B. | 250oC |
C. | 315oC |
D. | 460oC |
Answer» D. 460oC | |
6. |
Which of the following is an example of organic insulating material? |
A. | Wood-pulp |
B. | Charcoal |
C. | Slag |
D. | Asbestos |
Answer» B. Charcoal | |
7. |
How does moisture affect the thermal insulation of a body? |
A. | Increases |
B. | Decreases |
C. | Unaltered |
D. | Becomes zero |
Answer» B. Decreases | |
8. |
Which of the following is a requirement for thermal insulation in materials? |
A. | High specific gravity |
B. | High specific heat |
C. | Low thermal conductivity |
D. | Non-inflammability |
Answer» D. Non-inflammability | |