Question

Which of the following is/are the disadvantages of ceramics?

(a) Brittle in nature

(b) Less tensile strength

(c) Less resistance to thermal shocks

(d) Brittle in nature, less tensile strength and less resistance to thermal shocks

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Answer 1

Right option is (d) Brittle in nature, less tensile strength and less resistance to thermal shocks

Explanation: Disadvantages of ceramic materials are:

i. Brittle in nature

ii. Less tensile strength

iii. Less resistance to thermal shocks.