Alloying agent

An alloying agent is a specific element added to a metal to change or improve its properties, such as strength, durability, corrosion resistance, or appearance. When combined with the base metal, it forms an alloy—a new material that benefits from the combined qualities. For example, adding carbon to iron creates steel, which is stronger and more versatile. Alloying agents are carefully chosen to enhance the metal's performance for specific applications, making materials more suitable for construction, manufacturing, or everyday use.