Question

Name the alloys which are used for the following purposes:

for making window and door fittings

Answer 1

Brass is the alloy of the mixture of Copper ($\mathbf{Cu}$) and Zinc ($\mathbf{Zn}$).

• It is used for making window and door fittings.
• It has high malleability, low melting point, recyclable, germicidal and high tensile strength.
• Some other uses of Brass alloy are the manufacture of scientific instruments, cooking utensils etc.

Therefore, Brass is used for making window and door fittings.