Alloy: An alloy is a homogeneous mixture of two or more metals, or a metal and a non-metal.

Preparation: It is prepared by first melting the primary metal and then dissolving the other elements in
it in definite proportions. It is then cooled at room temperature.
Properties: 1. Alloys are stronger than metals from which they are made.
2. Alloys are harder than the constituent metals.
3. Alloys are more resistant to corrosion.
4. Alloys have lower melting point than the constituent metals.
5. Alloys have lower electrical conductivity than pure metals.

Examples of alloys: 1. Brass: It is an alloy of copper and zinc.

2. Bronze: It is an alloy of copper and zinc.
3. Solder: It is an alloy of lead and tin. It has a low melting point so is used for welding electrical
wires together.
4. Amalgam: It is an alloy of mercury metal with one or more other metals.
5. Stainless steel: It is an alloy of iron with the other metals such as chromium and nickel,
6. Steel: It is an alloy of carbon and iron