liga

English translation: alloy

17:23 Apr 4, 2008

Portuguese to English translations [PRO]
Science - Chemistry; Chem Sci/Eng / metal composition

Portuguese term or phrase: liga

Art. 90 - É proibido empregar na coleta, embalagem, transporte ou conservação de matérias-primas e produtos usados na alimentação humana, vasilhame de cobre, latão, zinco, barro, ferro estanhado, com *liga* que contenha mais de 2% (dois por cento) de chumbo ou apresente estanhagem defeituosa ou de qualquer utensílio que, pela sua forma e composição, possa prejudicar as matérias-primas ou produtos.

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English translation:alloy

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Alloy: A homogeneous mixture or solid solution of two or more metals, the atoms of one replacing or occupying interstitial positions between the atoms of the other: Brass is an alloy of zinc and copper

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