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Question 11
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This question is about alloys.

a.

Which metal is the main constituent of bronze? Select one option:

  • Copper
  • Lead
  • Sodium
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b.

Which two metals are commonly mixed with gold in jewellery alloys? Select two options:

  • Copper
  • Helium
  • Potassium
  • Silver
  • Sodium
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c.

Give two properties of gold alloys that make them suitable for jewellery. Choose from the list:

  • brittle
  • hard
  • low density
  • resistant to corrosion
  • soluble in water
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d.

Table 1 shows information about some alloys of aluminium.

Table 1

Aluminium alloyOther elements in alloyStrengthUsed in
D14.0% copper, 1.5% magnesiumhighaircraft structures, racing car parts
D21.2% manganesemediumbeverage cans, cooking foil
D31.0% magnesium, 1.5% leadmediummachinery parts

Calculate the mass of aluminium in 8.0 kg8.0 \text{ kg}8.0 kg of aluminium alloy D1. Use Table 1.

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e.

Suggest why alloy D1 is used to make aircraft structures. Use Table 1.

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f.

Alloys used for food and drink containers must not contain toxic elements. Suggest why alloy D3 is not used to make beverage cans. Use Table 1.

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