Q1074
Type metal used in printing press is an alloy of
A.
Lead and copper
B.
Lead and antimony
AnswerC.
Lead and bismuth
D.
Lead and zinc
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Type metal, alloy of lead, antimony, and tin used to make type characters for printing. By varying the proportions of the metals, the desired properties are produced for different kinds of typecasting and printing processes.