Question

Name the properties of aluminium that are responsible for its use to make utensils.

Answer 1

All metals are mainly solid and have high melting and boiling points. They have a shiny appearance. They can be beaten into thin sheets.

The properties of aluminium (Al) that are responsible for making utensils are:

1. High melting point.
2. Good conductor of heat.
3. Malleability means it can be hammered into thin sheets.
4. Aluminium is generally light in weight.