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What are alloys? Give two examples.

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  • Alloy is a metal made by combining two or more metallic elements, especially to give greater strength or resistance to corrosion.
  • They are homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.
  • An example of an alloy is the tin in the mixture of copper and tin that makes bronze.
  • Another example of an alloy is brass, which is made from copper and zinc.

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