Question

Why is bronze preferred over copper metal for making statues?

Answer 1

Alloy

• A metal alloy is a material made up of more than one metal or metal mixed with non-metallic elements.
• An alloy gives greater strength or resistance to corrosion.
• For example, brass is made up of two metals copper and zinc.

For statues, bronze is preferred over copper

• Bronze is a more malleable and harder metal than copper.
• The statues are typically composed of bronze, which has a ductility property.
• Since statues are typically kept in open spaces, they are exposed to water and air, which can cause corrosion.
• As bronze is an alloy, it resists corrosion; therefore, it is more appropriate than copper.