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Quick questions on Non-ferrous metals and alloys - CCEA GCSE Engineering and Manufacturing
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What are non-ferrous alloys?Show answer
Alloying lets engineers tune a metal: brass is harder and easier to machine than pure copper, and resists corrosion better than steel.
What is q1?Show answer
What is the defining feature of a non-ferrous metal? [1 mark]
What is q2?Show answer
Why is copper used for electrical wiring? [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Name the two metals that make up brass and give one use. [2 marks]
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