JAMB Chemistry 2005 Question 49

Question 49

Metals and their Compounds

Which of the following alloys contain iron?

  1. A.Duralumin and steel
  2. B.Brass and bronze
  3. C.Steel and permalloy
  4. D.Soft solder and duralumin
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Answer: C (Steel and permalloy)

Explanation

Steel is iron with carbon, and permalloy is a nickel–iron alloy. Duralumin, brass, bronze and solder contain no iron.