The ability to withstand scratching and abrasion is called abrasion resistance. It measures a material's ability to resist surface damage when rubbed against another material. Materials with high abrasion resistance are more durable and long-lasting.
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The property described is the hardness of the steel blade. Hardness is the ability of a material to resist scratching, abrasion, or indentation.
Yes, a smooth surface offers less resistance to abrasion or scratching compared to a rough surface. This is because a smooth surface has fewer irregularities or rough areas that can catch or snag against an abrasive material.
Hardness in science refers to a material's ability to withstand deformation or scratching. It is a measure of how resistant a material is to being permanently bent, scratched, or dented by another material. Hardness can be quantitatively measured using various scales such as the Mohs scale for minerals or the Rockwell scale for metals.
Diamond is the hardest natural material, scoring a perfect 10 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness. The hardness of a diamond is measured by its ability to resist scratching or abrasion by other materials.
Examples of hardness include diamond, which is the hardest natural substance, and materials like tungsten carbide and ceramics which are known for their high hardness and abrasion resistance. Hardness is a material's ability to resist deformation or scratching under applied pressure or force.