6 Questions
What is the study of metals called?
Metallurgy
Which process involves the extraction of metal from its ore?
Smelting
What is the name for a naturally occurring solid material from which a metal can be extracted economically?
Mineral
What is the term for the process of removing impurities from metal to obtain a pure substance?
Refining
Which method involves mixing two or more metals to create a new material with improved properties?
Alloying
What is the term for the process of heating a metal to a high temperature and then cooling it slowly to relieve internal stresses and increase its toughness?
Tempering
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