Alloys

Question 1

Alloys

General overview

Answer 1

Alloys are a mixture of at least one pure metal and another element

The alloying process combines the metals and other elements in such a way as to improve the working properties or aesthetics

Question 2

Brass
What made from + percentages
Appearance
Characteristics 
Uses

Answer 2

Made from:

• copper: 65%
• zinc: 35%

Appearance:
Yellowish gold, polishes well and oxidises to a dark antique brown

Characteristics:
A heavy alloy of copper and zinc that is malleable
East to cast and machine
Naturally low friction

Uses:
Musical instruments 
Bushes
Plumbing figments
Ornate artefacts
Hardware