alloys Flashcards
1
Q
define alloys
A
homogenous mixture of metals with other elements usually other metals but sometimes non metals such as carbon
stronger than pure metals which is why widely used and in great demand
2
Q
why alloys created
A
used to enhance desirable characteristics properties of metals such as appearance or functionality strength
3
Q
stainless steel
A
iron 73
18 chromium
8 nickel
1 carbon
4
Q
duralumin
A
95 aluminum
4 copper
1 magnesium
5
Q
steel
A
99 iron
1 carbon
6
Q
brass
A
66-70 copper
30-34 zinc
7
Q
bronze
A
90 copper
10 tin
8
Q
solder
A
67 lead
33 tin
