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One could measure the melting point, electrical conductivity, specific heat capacity, or other physical property. These properties would be different between pure metal and alloy, and data could be compared with that in the literature.
Also, many other chemical possibilities exist exploiting the reactivity difference of individual elements. (eg boiling in NaOH would dissolve Al but not Fe).
If one had access to a spectrometer, one could easily and accurately determine composition.
What else can I help you with?
How do you tell the difference between sterling and nickel silver?
Nickel silver is an alloy of nickel, copper, and zinc, while sterling silver is an alloy of silver and copper. You can tell the difference between the two by looking for a marking such as "925," which indicates sterling silver's higher silver content compared to nickel silver. Sterling silver will also have a brighter appearance and may tarnish less than nickel silver.
How can you tell the difference in an aluminum coin and a nickel coin?
pure nickel coins will stick to a magnet like canadian nickels also if you have a nickel coin with some other alloy lets say copper and an aluminum coin usually aluminum coins are really much lighter in weight also aluminum coins are extremely light weight
Can you tell the difference between brass and bronze by sound?
No, you cannot differentiate between brass and bronze solely based on sound. Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, while bronze is an alloy of copper and tin. The compositions of the two alloys affect their physical properties, such as color and hardness.
How can I tell the difference between aluminum and pewter?
Aluminum is lighter in weight, has a higher shine, and does not tarnish like pewter. Pewter is darker in color, has a slightly duller appearance, and may develop a patina over time. A magnet can also help differentiate them, as aluminum is not magnetic while pewter may show some magnetic attraction due to its composition.
Characteristics you use to tell the difference between kinds of matter are called?
Characteristics we use to tell the difference between kinds of matter are called _________ Properties?
How to tell the difference between extruded aluminum and stainless?
stainless is steel. aluminum is aluminum
How can you tell the difference between ALUMNIUM and stainless steel?
Grab a small magnet. It will stick to stainless steel - it won't stick to aluminum.
Is there a difference in torque specs between aluminum and iron heads?
Yes there is. I would tell you what thay are, But I need to know the year and what size engine.
How do you tell the difference between sterling and nickel silver?
Nickel silver is an alloy of nickel, copper, and zinc, while sterling silver is an alloy of silver and copper. You can tell the difference between the two by looking for a marking such as "925," which indicates sterling silver's higher silver content compared to nickel silver. Sterling silver will also have a brighter appearance and may tarnish less than nickel silver.
How do you tel the difference between a 4.3 LT1 and a 5.7 LT1?
You can tell by the heads. 5.7 has aluminum (silver) 4.3 has steel heads (darker grey or painted black.)
Is there a test to determine something is stainless steel and not aluminum?
Use a magnet. Magnets stick to steel but don't stick to aluminum. Stainless is very weakly magnetic at best. Best to identify aluminum from stainless by weight (aluminum is much lighter) or by hardness (aluminum is much softer; scratches more easily). ***************** Though magnet test can show the difference between magnetic steel and aluminum, it cannot show the difference between non-magnetic steel and aluminum. In this case you can tell the difference by 1. weight , since aluminum has density 2700 kg/m3 and steel (magnetic or not) 7500 2. hardness, using a knife or something similar, since aluminum is softer than steel
How do you tell between aluminum and steel frame stoeger luger 22 caliber?
Someone has already mentioned using a magnet to determine whether it's steel or aluminum, but another way is the weight. I own one of the steel variety (shot it just this afternoon!), and it is a chunk!! You can definitely tell the difference.
How can you tell the difference between a turtle and a tort is in picture by shell?
how can you tell the difference between a tortoise and a turtle by shell in picture
Can you tell the difference between Concetta and Vivian's in a drug test?
Can you tell the difference between Vyvanse and Concerta in a drug test
How can you tell the difference between hyper silver finish and silver finish on 06 Scion 17inch alloy wheel?
hyper sliver finish looks very very coool but the other one just looks cool....
How does a machine tell the difference between one dollar and five dollars?
Vending machines have laser scanners that can tell the difference between the bills.
Can you tell the difference between write and wright if not do you need a dictionary?
you can tell the difference between right and wrong from the little voice inside your head
