We found 2 definitions of pyrophoric alloy from 2 different sources.
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pyrophoric alloy - an alloy that emits sparks when struck or scratched with steel; used in lighter flints | ||
alloy, metal a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten; "brass is an alloy of zinc and copper" | ||
ferrocerium a pyrophoric alloy of iron with cerium; used for lighter flints |