Brass
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Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc. Some types of brass are called bronzes.
Brass has a golden appearance. It is harder than pure metals. It cost more than zinc.
There are some common brasses:
- Alpha brasses - with less than 40% zinc
- Beta brasses -
- White brasses - with more than 45% zinc
Things brass is used to make:
- Musical instruments
- Ornaments
- Electrical fittings
- Buttons
- Screws
- Taps
- Hinges
- Door knobs