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Combination of strength, weight, durability, and cost that goes into make something. Steel is strong, but really heavy. Aluminium is light, but not very strong. Also, some metals make the alloy not rust. An example is Stainless Steel. Its a combination of Steel and Chrome. The Chrome makes the Stainless steel cost more. Its an Engineer's job to find the best alloy for the job.
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Why are many metals used as alloys?
alloys are probably cheaper to make and stonger then an element or a simple metal. Alloys are easier to make. It is difficult to find a simple metal.
What metals are used to make engine cylinder?
alloys
Element used to make alloys?
Alloys are mixtures of metals, such as sterling silver, which is an alloy of silver and copper.
Which element is used in aerospace industries in alloys with other metals?
Titanium is commonly used in aerospace industries to manufacture alloys with other metals due to its strength, lightweight properties, and resistance to high temperatures.
How are metallurgy and alloys connected?
Metallurgy is the study of metals and their properties, while alloys are mixtures of two or more metals. Metallurgists use their knowledge of metallurgy to create and manipulate alloys, taking advantage of unique properties that result from combining different metals. Alloys are commonly used in various industries due to their improved mechanical, electrical, or chemical properties compared to pure metals.
Different metals that are formed in gold?
Gold can form alloys with various metals, resulting in different types of gold alloys. Common metals used in gold alloys include copper, silver, zinc, and nickel. Each metal imparts its unique properties to the gold alloy, such as color, hardness, and durability.
What are the materials used in metal?
Mix of different metals and carbon and/or silicum in alloys
What type of elements are used as conductors?
Metals and alloys are used as conductors: copper, aluminium, silver.
How does amalgamation chemistry play a role in the process of combining different metals to create new alloys?
Amalgamation chemistry involves combining different metals to create new alloys by mixing them together. This process allows for the creation of alloys with unique properties and characteristics that are different from the individual metals used.
Why do we use alloys instead of pure metals?
Alloys are sometimes more useful than pure metals because alloys tend to be stronger though not necessarily. Pure metals tend to be softer than alloys, which are a mix of two or more metals, and therefore get dented, scratched, or broken more easily. Gold used in jewelry is a good example. Metal alloys have different structural and behavioral characteristics than pure metals. Alloying a metal also gives it a different appearance. In some cases alloys may result in a lighter metal without sacrificing other necessary characteristics. They may also be more cost effective.
Why are alloys used instead of pure metals?
Because alloys often have better properties than their parent metals. Stronger, rust resistant etc
Why are alloys developed?
Alloys are "mixtures" of metals or non-metals in metals. They are developed to create new characteristics of the metals. Carbon (and other things) added to iron makes steel. Precise mixtures makes different sorts of steel alloy. Steel is stronger than iron and can have many characteristics which give superior properties for specific purposes. There is a virtual infinite number of alloys which could be made. Not all will have useful characteristics.
