Activity 3.3 Class 10 Science

This activity demonstrates the physical property of malleability in metals. We will try to change the shape of the metal pieces.

 

Malleability of Metals Activity

Aim of the activity

To study the malleability of metals like iron, zinc, lead, and copper

Materials Required

   1. Metal pieces (iron, zinc, lead & copper)

   2. Hammer

Procedure

We place a piece of iron on a hard surface and strike it 4 to 5 times with a hammer. After that, we observe and record the change in shape.

Now we repeat this with other metal sample pieces.

Observation

Metal	After hammering
Iron	Hard to deform, slight change in shape
Zinc	Become flat, but cracks appear
Lead	Easily flattens and deforms
Copper	Spread like thin sheet

 

Explanation

When we beat metals with a hammer, they turn into sheets; this property of metals is known as “ malleability”.

Copper and lead show high malleability, and iron is hard to change its shape.

Conclusion

This activity explains that metals can be beaten into sheets. This is a physical property of metals.

 

What is malleability?

Metals can be beaten, pressed into sheets/foils; this property of metals is called malleability.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

    1. Do all metals have equal malleability?

Answer – No, some metals are more malleable than others.

    2. What is the use of malleability of metals in daily life?

Answer – Due to this property of metals, foils, utensils, sheets, pipes, coins are made.

  3. What name is given to the material which show malleability?

Answer – Malleable metals