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Question
Name an alloy of copper. State its chemical composition and any one use.
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Solution
An alloy of copper is bronze. The constituent elements of bronze are copper and tin.
The composition of bronze is 90 percent copper and 10 percent tin. This alloy of copper is very strong and prevents corrosion.
Bronze is used in the manufacturing of statues, medals, cooking vessels etc.
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