separate chemistry Flashcards
what are the typical properties of transition metals
-hard
-strong
-shiny
-conduct heat and electricity
what are alloys
they are made by adding another element to a metal. this can be a metal or a non metal
why are alloys stronger than pure metals
as the other element will stop the layers of the metal from sliding over each other. this means that the alloy is less malleable
how is the alloy steel made
by adding small amounts of carbon to the pure iron
how is the alloy bronze made
copper + tin
what is bronze used for
medals, statues and decorations
how is the alloy brass made
copper+zinc
what is brass used for
water taps and door fittings
how pure is 24 carat gold
100%
how pure is 18 carat gold
75%
what is aluminium alloys used for
to make aircrafts
how is the alloy magnalium made
aluminium+magnesium
what is magnalium used for
make parts for cars and aeroplanes
why do metals corrode
due to the presence of oxygen which causes oxidation
what is rusting
this is the corrosion of iron