An alloy usually has some property which makes it particularly useful. What is the special property of Duralumin?

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Special property of Duralumin:
Duralumin is an alloy of Aluminium (95%). It contains magnesium (0.5-1.5%), manganese (0.5-1.5%), and copper (4%) as well but in lower quanities.
Duralumin is light in weight, strong and highly resistant to corrosion.
It is used in making of aircrafts, pressure cookers etc.
Duralumin is light weight, strong and resistant to corrosion.

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