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Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc that keeps its shape even when hit hard

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Q: Why is brass a better metal than copper for making door knockers?
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What material are door knockers usually made from?

doorknobs can be made out of metal, gold, or copper


What non ferrous alloys were used by pre Iron Age metalworkers?

Bronze and brass. Bronze is made from copper and tin. Brass is made with copper and zinc


How conductive is brass?

Brass is conductive. It's an alloy of copper and zinc, both of which conduct electricity ( pure copper is better, though).


Why a bar of the brass is harder than a bar of copper?

Because brass is an alloy of copper & zinc - the zinc atoms change the geometry of the copper crystals - making it less flexible.


Is copper or brass better for a dog tag?

Brass because it looks better, but be warned they will patinate. Even then it will have a nice vintage look.


Are copper fireplace sets better than brass?

Copper fireplace sets are better in sense that it has a higher melting point than brass. On the other hand copper has a more dull color than brass and is harder to polish. Since the sets will be outside away from the fire, brass sets are more beautiful and easier to clean.


What is a Better conductivy metal nickel copper or brass?

obviously steel


What is a better conductor brass or copper?

Yes. On a scale of 0 to 100, where annealed copper is 100, aluminum rates a 59, and brass averages 28. I say averages because there are actually quite a few different alloys of brass, but all of them are poorer conductors than aluminum.


is brass or copper cheaper?

Copper is cheaper than brass.


What is the alloy of copper and brass?

Brass is the alloy of copper and zinc.


Is Brass copper a insulator?

Both brass and copper are conductors.


Is brass nonmetal or a copper?

Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.