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Paper 3 structured question: Alloys and their properties

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Alloys and their properties

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The characteristics of different materials.

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Comparison of Materials

Different materials have varying properties that affect their applications.

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    Compare the properties of alloys and pure metals.

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Paper 3 structured question: Alloys and their properties

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Properties of Alloys

Alloys are often used in construction and manufacturing due to their enhanced properties compared to pure metals.

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    Explain why alloys are preferred over pure metals in construction.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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