Question detail
What is an alloy?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Using materials
Question
- A. A pure metal with no other elements
- B. A mixture of two or more metals
- C. A compound formed by chemical reaction
- D. A type of ceramic material
Answer
A mixture of two or more metals
Explanation
An alloy is defined as a mixture of two or more metals, which often have enhanced properties compared to the individual metals.
Common mistake
Misinterpreting Alloy Composition
Students often confuse the composition of an alloy with that of a pure metal, failing to recognize that alloys contain multiple elements.
To fix this, students should focus on understanding that alloys are mixtures of different metals or metals with non-metals, and practice identifying the components of various alloys.
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