Concept explainers
To Choose: The correct option.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
An alloy is created from a mixture of two or more metals.
Brass is created from a mixture of copper and zinc. It is used to make musical instruments. Bronze is created from a mixture of copper and tin. But tin can be replaced with aluminum, manganese, silicon, phosphorus and arsenic to add desired properties. Bronze can also be used to make musical instruments.
Conclusion:
Copper is used in making both brass and bronze. Option B is correct.
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