5 Questions
Why are alloys generally preferred over pure metals in engineering work?
Alloys have superior mechanical properties compared to pure metals
What is the interstitial type of alloying?
Alloy elements are located in spaces between atoms in the unit cell
Why are ordinary steels, which are alloys of iron and carbon, preferred over pure iron?
Ordinary steels have superior strength compared to pure iron
What is the main factor determining the solubility of alloy elements in interstitial sites?
Size of the gaps between atoms
What is an important focus of studying solid phases in alloys?
Understanding alloy properties
Test your knowledge of metals and alloys with this quiz covering topics such as alloying, Hume-Rothery rules, material systems, metal processing, heat treatment, and more.
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