What is an alloy? and Why is aluminum primarly used in alloys rather than in its pure form?
2007-01-09 07:25:30 · 5 answers · asked by homedawg252 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
An alloy is a mixture of different metals in a specific combination. Aluminum is not used in is pure form primarily because it is quite soft and maleable, while when contained in many alloys, becomes much more rigid
2007-01-09 07:29:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anican76 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What Anican76 said. He's right on. Pure aluminum is not strong, that's why it is alloyed with meatels. One alloy of aluminum has 5% copper. It's called 2024. Each alloy has a number designation, signifying what alloy of metals is contained.
2007-01-09 07:33:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
An alloy is a mixture of metals that is created to strengthen the metal. Aluminum by itself is flimsy, so putting it in an alloy helps to strengthen it. Aluminum also oxidizes (rusts) if it is left in its pure state. Putting it into an alloy prevents this from happening.
2007-01-09 07:31:34 · answer #3 · answered by Bob H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ALLOY
1 : a substance composed of two or more metals or of a metal and a nonmetal intimately united usually by being fused together and dissolving in each other when molten; also : the state of union of the components
2 archaic : a metal mixed with a more valuable metal to give durability or some other desired quality
Aluminum itself is very malleable & ductile. It is also a good thermal & electrical conductor. Being the most abundant metal in the Earth's crust, it is readily available. But not all of its properties are desired for a task. Therefore, another metal or component is mixed to provide the desired quality. Besides, it is usually found in combinations when quarrys & such dig it up.
2007-01-09 07:43:57 · answer #4 · answered by anerasescovedo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do your own homework! I had to do mine...
2007-01-09 07:38:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋