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Metal X is used in the process of galvanisation. Metal Y is used to make household electrical wires. Metal X and metal Y combine to form alloy Z. Identify X, Y and Z.

A

X:- Tin

Y:- Copper

Z:- Bronze

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X:- Zinc

Y:- Copper

Z:- Brass

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X:- Magnesium

Y:- Copper

Z:- Bronze

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X:- Magnesium

Y:- Copper

Z:- Brass

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Solution

The correct option is B
X:- Zinc

Y:- Copper

Z:- Brass

Zinc is used in the process of galvanisation. Copper is used to make electrical wires because it is a good conductor of electricity, highly ductile and economical as compared to other metals. Zinc (X) and copper (Y) combine to form brass (Z).

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