Question

Which of the following mechanical properties is/are important in structural applications of metals?

(a) Tensile strength

(b) Yield strength

(c) Ductility and Elasticity

(d) Tensile strength, Yield strength, Ductility, and Fracture toughness

This question was posed to me in unit test.

This intriguing question originated from High Temperature Materials topic in division High Temperature Corrosion of Corrosion Engineering

Answer 1

Correct answer is (d) Tensile strength, Yield strength, Ductility, and Fracture toughness

Best explanation: Mechanical properties that are important in structural applications of metals are:

i. Tensile strength

ii. Yield strength

iii. Ductility

iv. Fracture toughness.