4. Uses
lMilitary, aircrafts, commercial, industrial and manufacturing
lapplications
lCoins,
lTurbines and pipes
lBlades
lJewelry
lCooking (Cutlery, whisks etc.)
5. Bronze
lAlloy consisting primarily of copper and tin
lAddition of other metalloid and non-metals also
lOccasionally added substances: aluminum, manganese,
lnickel, zinc, arsenic, phosphorus and silicon.
lUses: construction of sculptures, musical instruments, medals,
lBushings and bearings
6. Steel
lAlloy mainly containing iron and carbon
lMost common alloy used
lOccasionally added substances: nickel, chromium,
lmolybdenum, vanadium, silicon, and boron
lUses: construction, engineering, agriculture and the
lmanufacture of cars, and computers
7. Brass
lMade of copper and zinc
lSimilar to Bronze
lOccasionally added substances: arsenic, lead, phosphorus,
laluminum, manganese, and silicon.
lUses: fittings (fasteners and connectors), tools, appliance
lparts, and ammunition components.
8. Pewter
lUsually contains tin and copper
lOccasionally added substances: antimony, copper, bismuth
land silver.
lUses: dishes, church vessels, decorative items etc.