Base Metal-Base metal is a term used to refer to a metal that oxidizes or corrodes relatively easily as with copper, iron, nickel, lead and zinc. Carat-The term Carat, Karat or k is used to indicate the amount of pure (24k) gold in the alloy. Lower Carat ratings indicate proportionally less pure gold.ase Metal-Base metal is a term used to refer to a metal that oxidizes or corrodes relatively easily as with copper, iron, nickel, lead and zinc. Carat-The term Carat, Karat or k is used to indicate the amount of pure (24k) gold in the alloy. Lower Carat ratings indicate proportionally less pure gold.
2017 Civic Hatchback is an AUTOMOBILE All-Star. The 2017 Civic Hatchback Sport has been named an AUTOMOBILE All-Star, saying its 180-hp âturbocharged engine is powerfully elastic yet revvy, and the chassis is balanced and fun to drive at any speed.*.
Relevance. Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: ok ill try to simplify this for you: EK is a nickname derived from the chassis code (vin number 4th 5th and 6th digits) most people refer to 6th Generation 1996-2000 Honda Civic's as EK's even though they may be also EJ's or EM's.