3.1b alloying

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What is an alloy?

An alloy is a metal produced by combining metals and other substances to form a new metal with improved properties.

Examples of alloys.

Stainless steel, bronze, brass.

What is bronze made of?

Copper and tin.

What is brass made of?

Copper and zinc.

What is Duralumin made of?

Aluminium, copper, and manganese.

Why is it important to have the correct proportions of base metal when making an alloy?

Correct proportions are important to ensure the desired properties and characteristics of the alloy.

What is the first step in the alloy production process?

Heating the metals until they become a molten liquid.

How are the metals mixed to produce an alloy?

After becoming molten, the metals are mixed along with any other elements that might be added.

In what order are metals typically melted when creating an alloy?

The metal that makes the largest proportion of the alloy is usually melted first.

What happens to the newly produced alloy after mixing?

The alloy is allowed to cool in a mould.