Identification should include metals commonly used in the agriculture industry and their characteristics, including
- ferrous vs. non-ferrous
- hardness
- malleability
- ductility.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are some resources for identifying metals?
- What types of metal are commonly used in the agriculture industry?
- How do you determine metal type?
- How can a magnet and grinder help you identify metal type?
- What are methods to determine if a metal is ferrous?
- What are methods to determine metal hardness?
- What are some common solder alloys?
- Why is soft soldering the preferred method for joining some metals, but not others?