When metal X is alloyed with a non-metal Y, then steel is formed. Identify the metal X and non-metal Y.

X:- Copper

Y:- Carbon

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X:- Iron

Y:- Carbon

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X:- Iron

Y:- Copper

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X:- Iron

Y:- Silicon

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Solution

The correct option is B
X:- Iron

Y:- Carbon

Alloying is a very good method of improving the properties of a metal and one of the ways to prevent corrosion.

Steel is formed when metal X i.e. iron mixed with a small amount of non-metal Y i.e. carbon (0.05 - 1.14%).

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