When tin is selectively removed from an artifact made of arsenical bronze which outcome is observed?

💡 Explanation

Selective tin removal, also known as dezincification, leaves behind a porous, copper-rich structure which increases hardness because copper work hardens more efficiently. therefore increased hardness and brittleness occurs rather than reduced density, softening or corrosion resistance which different compositional changes.

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