Q. An alloy consisting mainly of tin , antimony and little or no lead is called

A
brass
B
bronze
C
pewter
D
chrome
Solution:

Pewter with little or no lead is of finer quality, and alloys that include antimony and bismuth are more durable and brighter of sheen. Modern pewter is about 91 percent tin, 7.5 percent antimony, and 1.5 percent copper; the absence of lead makes it safe to use for dishes and drinking vessels.

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