CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 9.3 Alloys and Their Properties Topic Practice

Question 1

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Cupronickel is used to make coins.

The arrangement of atoms in cupronickel is shown.

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Which kind of substance is cupronickel?

A

an alloy

B

an isotope

C

a compound

D

a transition element

Question 2

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Which statement about alloys is correct?

A

Alloys are pure metal elements.

B

At least two or more metals react together to make alloys.

C

Alloys can be harder and stronger than a pure metal.

D

Steel is not an alloy because it can contain the non-metal carbon.

Question 3

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Which statement about metals and their uses is correct?

A

Aluminium is used in the manufacture of aircraft because it has a high density.

B

Copper is used to make cooking utensils because it is a poor conductor of heat.

C

Mild steel is used to make car bodies because it is brittle and breaks easily.

D

Stainless steel is used to make cutlery because it is resistant to corrosion.

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