Step 1: Identifying Karbate.
Karbate is an alloy of copper and nickel, commonly used in various industrial applications due to its corrosion resistance and durability.
Step 2: Explanation of options.
- (A) Karbate is correctly identified as an alloy of copper and nickel.
- (B) Chemically impregnated carbon is not Karbate.
- (C) High silicon iron is not related to Karbate.
- (D) Karbate is not an alloy of copper, tin, and zinc.
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{A) an alloy of copper and nickel}} \]

