Alloys - SC13 Flashcards
1
Q
What is an alloy?
A
A mixture of 2 or more elements, where at least 1 element is a metal
2
Q
What happens to the strength of product when pure metals when converted into alloys
A
it increases the strength of the product
3
Q
Give an example of alloy strength in a reaction - with it’s relative tensive strength
A
Copper (3) + Zinc (2) = Brass (5)
4
Q
Why does alloy strength occur?
A
Because solid metals have a regular lattice structure - when a force is applied to a metal, layers of atoms can move past each other
5
Q
What is iron alloyed with to produce alloy steels?
A
other metals
6
Q
What is different about alloy steels depending on composition?
A
they have different properties
