tech term 4 Flashcards

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what praticles do magnets attract

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iron

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permanent magnets

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magnets that keep its magnetism for a long time

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temporary magnent

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object that is magnetised by a magnetic field but it loses its magnetism when the field is removed

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what are the 2 shapes of magnets

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1= bar magnet
2= horse shoe magnet

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5
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magnetic field

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space in which magnetic effect is felt

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5
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poles

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the ends of a magnet where the forces are stronger

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colour of the ends of a permanent magnet

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red + white

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same sides of a magnet ?

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repel

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8
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different sides of a magnet?

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Attract

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9
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how to store magnets?

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in a box, in a safe place with keepers

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10
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you shouldnt what with a magnet

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drop, hit or heat them

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keepers

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iron bars placed between
the poles of a permanent magnet to preserve magnetic strength by providing path ways for magnetic field lines between opposite poles

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recycling

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converting used materials (waste) into products

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13
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ferrous metals

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metals that contain iron

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14
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corrade

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to rust or disintergrate because of certain conditions like water

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non-ferrous metals

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metals that dont contain iron

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16
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malleable

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can be hammered/pressed into shape

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can ferrous metals rust?

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yes, bc they contain iron

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e.g of ferrous metals

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carbon steel, alloy steel, tool steel, wrought steel

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e.g of non-ferrous metals

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copper, aluminium, zinc, lead, tin, magnesium

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what do electrical systems consist of

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electrical energy source, electrical components, wires to allow electricity to flow

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voltage

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cells ability to push

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22
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higher voltage= ?

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stonger push/ more energy

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conductors

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material used to carry electricity through electrical circut

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electrical energy
energy that flows through electrical circut
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components
electrical parts in a circut
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electromagnet
temporary magnet made by electrical current flowing through wire
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soleniod
coil of wire in form of cyclinder that forms a magnet when electricity flows through it
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crank
simple mechanism constiting of a lever/arm joined to one end of a rotating shaft, used to lift/move objects by changing rotary movement into linear movement
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what class lever is the crank an adaption of
2nd class lever
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pulley
simple mechanism constiting of a grooved wheel that turns on axle, with a cord/belt running through the groove
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single pulley
a pulley with 1 wheel a
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a pulley is a which class lever
1st class lever
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compound pulley
pulley with 2 or more wheels
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fixed pulley
pulley attached to a support (pole/beam)
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moveable pulley
pulley that moves with the load
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MA is to the __________ of pulleys used
number
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MA
ability of tools to make it easier to work
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Greater MA = ?
less effort needed
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Refugee
someone who flees from danger in their country
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Asylum
protection given by 1 country to the citizens of another
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refugee leaves a country to find what
protection + shelter
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Intial problems = ?
* sudden flight from home * separation from family * loss of belongings
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basic needs = ?
* food (mostly provided by host country * water (limited + unsafe) * shelter ( overcrowded camps )
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health and safety = ?
* diseases * lack of medical care * violence + explotation
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Pyschological + social issues
* trauma from war * lack of medical care * loss of communitity
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Economic challenges
* unemployment * lack of money/reasources * dependence on aid
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Education
* interrupted schooling * limited access to schools
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who makes up most of the refugees
old people, children, women
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what are the shelters that are most often used
tents
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E.g of organisation (give 3)
red cross, rotary international, red cresent movement, the gift of the givers foundation
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symptoms of cholera
cramps, vomiting, diarrohea
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poverty
state of being poor, having little income to support yourself/family now or in the new future
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xenophobia
intense fear/dislike of people from another country
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economic crisis
situation in a country/area that expriences sudden change in its ability to support people to earn a living. (people lose their jobs + businesses close)
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natural disasters
widespread destrucution of homes/farms/buildings which has been caused by nature
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what are the 3 most common of SA natural disasters
* floods * fires * drought
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enviromental deteration
the place where people live cant support them anymore because it has been damaged in some way
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economic crisis = ______________ = __________
1. downturn in business 2. basic nessacities (bread) become expensive
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SA people feel that refugees take ___________
jobs
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What should food be like for refugees (8 answers)
* needs to provide nutrients * easy to prepare * doesnt spoil easyily * able to cook on fire * famliar * retatively cheap * provided RDA for each person * ideally package in waterproof+ resealable packaging
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What are the problems with transport of refugee food
* transport cost are high * food is sometimes stolen on way to camps
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storage of refugee food needs to be ?
* safe * protected from theft, spoilage, weather, contamination
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what are the problems with fuel + water for refugees
* avalibility
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NGOs = ?
non - govermental oragnisations
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nutrients
food/fuel that living people need to live and grow (protiens, vitamins, minerals, carbs)
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UN
united nations
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what does the UN aim towards
to keep peace, improve living standards and human rights throughout earth
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WFP
world food program
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what does the WFP try to prevent
malnutriotion + hunger
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Fortified
with extra vitamins and minerals added to food
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Reccomended daily allowance (RDA)
recommeded daily intake of nutrients and energy needed to mantain good health
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chemicals
made by a chemist in a laboratory
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durable
can be used for a long time
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Fire resistants
cannot burn n
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hazardous materials
substances that are extremely dangerous to touch/inhale
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What is a propertie required in textiles for fire fighters
must be able to withstand high temps without burning
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textiles
any cloth/fabric that has been knitted/woven
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4 properties of Nomex
* strong * durable * melting point is higher than 350 * comfortable
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4 properties of kelvar
* extremely strong * tough/durable * doesnt wear or tear * no melting point
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What are the 4 types of fire fighting gear
* turnout/bunker gear * wildfire suits * hazmat suit * fire proximity suits
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What are the 3 layers of turnout/ bunker gear
1. Kelvar = outer layer ( fire proof ) 2. Nomex = middle lining (protection from heat) 3. moisture barrier ( keeps fighter dry)
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Hazamat suits fabric is ?
* tough * strong * flexiable * resistant to chemical materials
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Fire proximity suit is made from
outer layer is made from a metallic material that deflects heat
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Vital Organs
organs essential to life ( heart, lungs, kidneys, liver)
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Neoprene
flexiable, insulating material used to make wetsuits+ dry suits
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Closed - foam cell
type of sponge with closed bubbles that cannot absorb water
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NSRI
National sea rescue institute
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Hypothermia syptoms ?
Shivering, hunger, nausea, slurred speach, confusion, body temp below 35
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What are wetsuits made from
3mm of neoprene foam rubber
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how do wetsuits keep people warm
they allow a layer of water between the body and the suit, which is then heated by the persons body heat. This keeps them warm
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what is the first type of life jacket made out of
nylon and closed cell foam
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why is the first type of life jacket diffucult to move in
it is bulky therefore diffucult to move in
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what is the second type of life jacket
Crew Saver
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how does the crew saver work
it automatically inflates when the person hits the water
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where is the crew saver worn
far out at sea
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foul weather gear
suit constisting of a jacket + pants made from waterproof + windproof fabric
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what is foul weather gear also called
mustofoul weather gear
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What are GORE-TEX pro shell propertities
* breathable * Durable * windproof * waterproof
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What are the properties neoprene
* watertight * windproof * flexiable * contains gas cells * acts as an inslulator