Bronze
Bronze is an alloy consisting primarily of copper, commonly with about 12–12.5% tin and often with the addition of other metals (such as aluminum, manganese, nickel or zinc), as well as sometimes non-metals. The additions produce a range of alloys that may be harder than copper alone, or have other useful properties, such as strength, ductility, or machinability.
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Uses
Due to its relatively low melting point and ductility, bronze was remarkably easy to work with. it could be cast, rather than forged, and was soft enough that it could often be bent to any shape the smith desired, even when cool. It's ductility also meant that it dulled, rather than chipped or broke, meaning tools lasted longer and could easily be resharpened. This combination of ductility and durability allowed tremendous versatility in the use of bronze. Bronze was used for all sorts of tools, armors, weapons, artworks and more. The diverse and ubiquitous use of bronze during its peak has led to this period of history being deemed "The Bronze Age".
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