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Mechanical Engineering · Q133

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 133

Q133

Addition of manganese to aluminium results in

A.
Improvement of casting characteristics
B.
Improvement of corrosion resistance
Answer
C.
One of the best known age and precipitation hardening systems
D.
Improving machinability

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
When manganese is added to aluminum, its strength is increased slightly through solution strengthening and its strain hardening is also improved