JAMB Chemistry 2011 Question 37

Question 37

Metals and their Compounds

Bronze is preferred to copper in the making of medals because it

  1. A.is stronger
  2. B.can withstand low temperature
  3. C.is lighter
  4. D.has low tensile strength
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (is stronger)

Explanation

Alloying copper with tin makes bronze harder and stronger, and more resistant to corrosion, so medals keep their shape and look.