An An alloy is a mixture of two or more elements, at least one of which is a metal. is a Two or more substances that are not joined together. The substances can be elements, compounds, or both. of two or more A substance made of one type of atom only., where at least one element is a Shiny element that is a good conductor of electricity and heat, and which forms basic oxides.. Many alloys are mixtures of two or more metals.