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'''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.
'''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.
== Uses ==
{{See also|Spear}}
Bronze can be used as a crafting material for a [[spear]]'s head.


== See also ==
== See also ==

Revision as of 16:31, 16 November 2022

The Artemision Bronze, 460-450 BCE. National Archaeological Museum, Athens

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.

Uses

See also: Spear

Bronze can be used as a crafting material for a spear's head.

See also

References

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