Complete the statement given below pertaining to metallurgy by filling the blank with the correct word.
Aluminium is an important constituent metal in duralumin since it is __________ .
A
good conductor of heat
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B
unaffected by food acids
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C
light
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D
bright
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Solution
The correct option is A unaffected by food acids
duralumin is an alloy made up of aluminium, magnesium, manganese and copper. It is used in making light tools and aircraft. Aluminium is an important constituent metal in duralumin since it is unaffected by food acids.