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Plural
metals
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a usually solid and hard substance that heat and electricity can move through, such as gold, iron, etc.
Metal refers to a class of elements characterized by their usually solid and hard nature, as well as their ability to conduct heat and electricity. Metals typically have a shiny appearance, are able to be stretched, bent, hammered, or pressed into different shapes without breaking, and are found in various forms, such as gold, silver, copper, iron, aluminum, and zinc. They are widely used in manufacturing, construction, and various industries due to their strength, durability, and conductivity properties. Metals play a crucial role in modern society, serving as essential materials for building infrastructure, producing machinery and tools, and creating countless consumer products.
- Iron is a commonly used metal in construction and manufacturing.
- Copper is a highly conductive metal often used in electrical wiring.
- Gold is a precious metal valued for its rarity and beauty.
- Aluminum is a lightweight metal used in the production of aircraft and beverage cans.
- Mercury is a unique metal that is liquid at room temperature, commonly used in thermometers and barometers.
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a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten
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