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Rivets are specified by their length, ________ head and type.

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  1. strength
  2. colour
  3. diameter
  4. weight

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Option 3 : diameter
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Rivet:

Rivets are used as fasteners for making permanent joints of two or more pieces of metals.

Rivets are made of mild steel or wrought iron and comprise a head, tail, and shank.

The rivet is specified by the diameter of its shank.

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