alloy
Aussprache: [ˈælɔɪ]
Wort
Kontext: „materials science“
(noun) a mixture of two or more metals that are combined to make a stronger or different metal. When you mix metals like copper and tin, you create bronze, which is an alloy.
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Bronze is an alloy made from copper and tin that is used to make statues.
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Pure iron alone is not an alloy and is not as strong as when it is mixed with carbon.
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What are some common examples of alloys used in tools?
Kontext: „materials science“
(verb) to mix one metal with another to create an alloy. This is done to improve the properties of the metal, like making it stronger or more resistant to rust.
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They alloyed copper with nickel to produce a stronger metal for coins.
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They didn’t alloy the metals, so the construction material was weaker than needed.
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How do scientists alloy different metals to achieve better results?
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