In: Chemistry
Gun metal is___________.
(a) Cu + Zn
(b) Cu + Sn + Zn
(c) Cu + Sn
(d) Zn + Sn
Answer : (b) Cu + Sn + Zn
Explanation :
Gunmetal, also called G Metal, variety of bronze, formerly used for ordnance. Modern admiralty gunmetal is composed of 88 percent copper, 10 percent tin, and 2 percent zinc and is used for gears and bearings that are to be subjected to heavy loads and low speeds.
b) Cu + Sn + Zn