Understanding Alloys: Steel, Bronze & Cupronickel

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It decreases the strength and hardness of the alloy, making it more malleable.
It directly influences the steel's properties; higher carbon content increases hardness and resistance. (correct)
It primarily improves the alloy's thermal conductivity, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.
It provides corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments, similar to cupronickel.

Because its composition allowed for creating lightweight structures, revolutionizing architecture.
Because it was the first man-made alloy, used for crafting weapons and tools. (correct)
Due to its high thermal conductivity, which made it ideal for early heating systems.
Because it was the only known alloy that could be easily shaped and molded.

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Brass is significantly harder than copper, which improves the sound quality and durability of the instruments. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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A homogeneous mixture containing at least one metal.

An alloy of iron and carbon with varying properties based on carbon content.

Soft and ductile steel with approximately 0.1% carbon content.

Durable steel with about 0.2% carbon, used in construction.

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Hard steel with around 0.6% carbon, used for tools.

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An alloy of copper and tin, historically used for weapons and tools.

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An alloy of copper and zinc, known for hardness and musical uses.

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Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon.
The percentage of carbon in steel directly affects its properties:
- Low Carbon Steel (0.1%): Soft, ductile, and easy to shape.
- Structural Steel (0.2%): Strong and durable, used in construction.
- High Carbon Steel (0.6%): Hard, resistant, and used for tools.
Steel is utilized in various applications: buildings, bridges, excavators, and vehicle engines.

Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.
Historically significant: used for weapons and tools during the Bronze Age.
Modern uses: springs, flexible tubes, welding rods, sculptures, bells, and musical instruments (gongs, cymbals).

Cupronickel: An alloy of copper and nickel.
Uses: Resisting corrosion in marine environments, shipbuilding.
Brass: An alloy of copper and zinc.
Uses: Greater hardness than copper, making it ideal for jewelry, locks, keys, and musical instruments (saxophones, trumpets, horns).