How does the Vicker's hardness test differ from Brinell's?

A)
Load applied
B)
Type of indenter
C)
Materials to be tested
D)
Duration of indentation

Correct Answer : Option (B) :   Type of indenter


Explanation : Similar to Brinell’s test, Vicker’s test also employs forcing of the indenter into the surface of metal for about 10-15 seconds. However, instead of a ball indenter, a pyramid-shaped indenter is used. This test is commonly also called the diamond-pyramid hardness test.