Answer: There are many properties of a metal which is taken into consideration when it is used for construction
Explanation:
The properties can be physical, chemical, et cetera. The physical properties that is considered are:
1. Durability: It can be defined as the property of the material to withstand the atmospheric pressure and other factors.
2. Density: The ratio of mass by volume of a material (homogeneous material) is called as density.
3. Fire resistance: The ability of the material to withstand in fire without changing its size or shape.
4. Weather resistance: The ability of the material to withstand the weather which could be variable round the year.
5.Water absorption: The ability of the material to absorb water and retain it.
