JAMB Chemistry 2024 Question 2

Question 2

Metals and their Compounds

What element is common in the two alloys: brass and bronze?

  1. A.Zinc
  2. B.Tin
  3. C.Lead
  4. D.Copper
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Copper)

Explanation

Brass is copper and zinc; bronze is copper and tin. Copper is in both.