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In order to be ductile a rock usually must be very hot. Rocks in lowest part of the crust and in the mantle (apart from the lithosphere) are usually ductile. Rock salt often exhibits ductile behavior as well.

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How does temperature and pressure affect brittle deformation and ductile deformation?

Temperature and pressure can affect brittle deformation by promoting the formation of fractures or faults in rocks under high pressure or temperature conditions. Ductile deformation is more likely to occur at high temperatures and pressures, leading to the rock bending and flowing rather than fracturing. Additionally, increasing temperature can enhance the ductility of rocks, making them more likely to undergo plastic deformation.


Is argon ductile?

No, argon is a noble gas and is not ductile. It is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that is primarily known for its inert properties and is not malleable or ductile like metals.


What is the difference between brittle and ductile with two examples of each?

Brittle materials fracture without significant deformation when subjected to stress, while ductile materials can deform significantly before fracturing. Examples of brittle materials include glass and ceramics, which break easily. Examples of ductile materials include metals like copper and aluminum, which can be bent or stretched without breaking easily.


If an object can be pulled into a long wire then the object is?

'Ductile". (Normally applied to substances, not objects.)


Is leather ductile?

Yes, leather is ductile. It is known for its flexibility and ability to be molded into different shapes without breaking. However, the level of ductility in leather can vary depending on the type and quality of the leather.

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What condition of rocks exhibit ductile deformation?

Rocks exhibit ductile deformation when they are subjected to high temperatures and pressures, causing them to slowly deform without breaking. This deformation results in the rock changing its shape without fracturing, typically seen in rocks deep within the Earth's crust. Examples include rocks that have undergone metamorphism or intense tectonic forces.


Examples of ductile?

Copper and platinum.


What are examples of ductile metals?

Gold


Examples of a ductile material?

-- copper-- tungsten-- playdoh-- taffy


Is ductile a element?

No, ductile is not an element. Ductility is a property of some elements and materials that allows them to be stretched or deformed without breaking. Examples of ductile elements include gold, copper, and platinum.


Give an example of a non ductile material?

examples of ducktile


Are rocks near earth surface or generally brittle or ductile?

They are generally brittle.


Are rocks nears earth's surface generally brittle or ductile?

They are generally brittle.


What are the two ways rocks permanently deform?

Rocks permanently deform through either brittle deformation, which involves the rocks breaking or fracturing, or ductile deformation, where the rocks bend and flow without fracturing.


What are some ductile materials?

Materials that are ductile, or have the property of ductility, will stretch and deform when they are pulled, rather than breaking. Gold, silver, copper, iron, and lead are common examples of ductile materials.


What condition causes rocks to exhibit ductile deformation?

High temperatures and pressures can cause rocks to exhibit ductile deformation. This process occurs when the rocks are put under stress that is beyond their brittle threshold, allowing them to deform without fracturing. This can result in the rocks being folded, stretched, or sheared without breaking.


Are Brittle rocks are more likely to fold then fault?

Brittle rocks are more likely to fault than fold because they are more prone to breaking and fracturing under stress. Folding is more common in ductile rocks that can deform and bend without breaking.