Define alloy and properties of alloy
Alloy:
- An alloy is a mixture of two or more elements, at least
one of which is a metal.
- Alloys are formed by combining metals with
other elements to produce a material with specific properties.
Properties of Alloys:
- Alloys
typically have improved strength, durability, and corrosion resistance
compared to the individual metals used to make them.
- Alloys can have different melting and boiling points than the individual metals used to make them.
- The
properties of an alloy can be tailored by controlling the composition
and proportions of the elements used in its formation.