JAMB Chemistry 2007 Question 5

Question 5

Metals and their Compounds

The soft solder used for welding and plumbing is an alloy of

  1. A.lead and tin
  2. B.iron and tin
  3. C.lead and zinc
  4. D.iron and zinc.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (lead and tin)

Explanation

Soft solder is mainly lead and tin; the alloy melts at a low temperature, which makes it good for joining metals.