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Cars are complicated pieces of machinery that use a variety of materials, and automakers continually update their designs to incorporate different materials to help meet consumer needs. Over time, automakers have decreased their use of steel and opted for lighter materials.

To answer your question, copper is not suitable for making car bodies because copper is not very strong and is a soft, malleable metal, unlike steel and other lighter materials which are very strong to make car bodies.

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Why copper tubing is used in automobiles radiators?

Copper tubing is used in automobile radiators because it is an excellent conductor of heat, allowing for efficient transfer of thermal energy from the engine coolant to the surrounding air. Additionally, copper is a durable and corrosion-resistant material, making it a reliable choice for use in the harsh environment of a car's cooling system.


In what part of car copper is used?

Copper is commonly used in a car's wiring system, particularly for electrical connections, circuits, and grounding. It is also used in brake lines and radiators due to its high thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.


What is an alloy of copper and nickel called?

cupro-nickels, there exists a range of different copper nickel alloys that possess different properties and hence are suited to a range of different applications. Some of the better known copper nickel alloys include: · Copper with 10% nickel · Copper with 30% nickel · Copper with 25% nickel with 0.05-0.4% manganese · Copper with 45% nickel (also known as constantan) All copper nickel alloys consist of only one phase as the copper nickel binary system exhibits complete solid solubility.


How you can safe by lightning?

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How does a car get warm by sitting in the sun?

light waves from the sun pass through the windows and get trapped in the car. The heat energy then builds up and has no where to go, making the inside much hotter than outside. It can easily get warmer than 100 degrees.

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What is the ferrous metal called to make car bodies?

The ferrous metal commonly used to make car bodies is steel. Steel is chosen for its strength, durability, and formability, making it ideal for providing structure and protection in automotive applications.


Why is steel useful for making car bodies?

it is because they are a malluable, waterproof, good conductor of heat metal.


Is there any copper in car battery?

yes there is copper in a car but not to much of it


Why is plastic used for making car bodies?

The plastic is used because the cost to manufacture Is lower and also in colisions with less force the car will have minimal damage.


What metal is used for car car wiring?

Copper is almost always used in car wiring.


What does copper do for car parts?

Most of the wiring is copper, not much else.


Why do you not use magnesium to make car bodies?

Magnesium is a very flammable metal when heated to its flash point. Once it starts to burn, it is nearly impossible to extinguish, hence its use in magnesium road flares. It can be safely used in some alloys, but the cost is prohibitive.


Which parts of the car are made out of copper?

The car engine radiator.


Is there any kind of racing series that uses normal car bodies like Forza or gran turismo?

By normal car bodies, i am guessing you mean real car bodies. There is Test Drive and Midnight Club.


Why is the car engine radiator made from copper?

The radiator is made of copper because copper transfers heat very well.


What is the suitable fuel for Proton's car?

It is gasoline


What you copper used for to make a car?

the wiring