T ypes of Alloys:

1. Steel
2. Brass
3. Bronze
4. Stainless Steel
5. Aluminium Alloys

Composition and Characteristics:

 Steel:
 Composition: Primarily iron with a small percentage of carbon (typically less than 2%)
 Characteristics:
 Strong and durable
 Versatile and widely used in construction, manufacturing, and transportation.
 Different types include carbon steel, alloy steel, and stainless steel.
 Brass:
 Composition: Copper and zinc
 Characteristics:
 Yellowish colour
 Good malleability and acoustic properties
 Used in musical instruments, decorative items, and plumbing fittings
 Bronze:
 Composition: Copper and tin
 Characteristics:
 Hard and corrosion-resistant
 Used in sculptures, bearings, and musical instruments.
 Stainless Steel:
 Composition: Iron, chromium, nickel, and other elements
 Characteristics:
 Corrosion-resistant
 Hygienic and easy to clean.
 Commonly used in kitchenware, medical equipment, and construction
 Aluminium Alloys:
 Composition: Aluminium with various other elements such as copper, magnesium, and
silicon
 Characteristics:
 Lightweight and strong
 Widely used in aerospace, automotive, and structural applications