key term - Brass

Definition

Brass is an alloy made primarily from copper and zinc. It's known for its bright gold appearance and resistance to corrosion.

Related terms

Alloy:

A substance made by melting two or more elements together, at least one of them a metal.

Copper:

A reddish-brown ductile malleable metallic element that is an excellent conductor of heat and electricity.

Zinc:

A bluish-white lustrous metal that is brittle at room temperature but malleable with heating. It's used to form a wide variety of alloys including brass.