what is the properties of an alloy?
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alloys have intermediate properties of both metals and non metals
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Explanation:
An alloy consists of two or more elements mixed together in the molten states. The mixture is then allowed to solidify in a metal or in a sand mold. Every alloy contains a main element, usually a metal, which has a percentage composition that is usually 50% or more.
Metals are certainly useful, but they do not fit all purposes. Alloys to the rescue! In general, alloys have been found to be stronger and harder, less malleable, less ductile, and more corrosion-resistant than the main metal making the alloy.
An alloy mixture is stronger because it contains atoms from different elements that are different in sizes. The atomic arrangements prevents the different atomic layers from sliding over each other if stretched or bent.