A metal to which has been added one or more elements to improve its properties.
The elements added may be metals or non-metals and are called alloy elements. Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. However, other metals such as chromium and nickel can be added to improve its properties further. It is then known as an alloy steel.
A metal to which has been added one or more elements to improve its properties.
The elements added may be metals or non-metals and are called alloy elements. Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. However, other metals such as chromium and nickel can be added to improve its properties further. It is then known as an alloy steel.
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