Alloy having Copper (55% to 90%) and Zinc (10% to 45%) as its essential components. Its properties vary with the
proportion of copper and zinc and with the addition of small amounts of other Elements. Cartridge brass is used for cartridge cases, plumbing and Lighting fixtures, rivets, screws, and springs. Aluminum brass has greater resistance to corrosion than ordinary brass. Brass
containing tin (naval brass) resists seawater corrosion. Brass can be forged or
hammered into various shapes, rolled into thin sheets, drawn into wires (see Conductor), and Machined and cast.