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Give two examples where malleability and ductility of metals are used in our daily life. [4 marks]

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Malleability means that metals can be hammered into sheets and foils. [1 mark]
For example, aluminium foils are used for wrapping food stuffs, silver foils are used for decorative purposes on sweets and fruits. [1 mark]
Ductility means that metals can be drawn into wires. [1 mark]
Gold and silver wires are used in ornaments. Aluminium and copper wires are used for conduction of electric current.[1 mark]

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