Questions and Answers
Which type of steel is known for having the highest carbon content?
Stainless steel is known for its poor resistance to corrosion.
False
What is a common use for low carbon steel?
nuts and screws
High speed steel contains 18% ______ and 4% chromium.
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Match the following ferrous materials with their characteristics:
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What is the melting temperature of medium carbon steel?
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Study Notes
Ferrous Materials
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Low Carbon Steel
- Characteristics: Ductile, high tensile strength, tough, malleable
- Corrosion resistance: Poor
- Carbon content: 0.15-0.30%
- Melting temperature: 1430°C
- Common uses: Nuts, screws
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Medium Carbon Steel
- Characteristics: Harder than low carbon steel but less ductile, malleable, tough
- Carbon content: 0.30-0.70%
- Melting temperature: 1420°C
- Common uses: Gardening tools such as forks
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Cast Iron
- Structure: Hard outer skin with a brittle core
- Performance: Good under compression
- Carbon content: 3.5%
- Melting temperature: 1150°C
- Common uses: Machine parts
Ferrous Alloys
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Stainless Steel
- Key feature: Corrosion resistant
- Composition: 18% chromium, 8% nickel
- Melting temperature: 1510°C
- Common uses: Sink materials, cutlery
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High Speed Steel (HSS)
- Key feature: High resistance to frictional heat
- Composition: 18% tungsten, 4% chromium, 1% vanadium, 0.5-0.8% carbon
- Common uses: Drill bits, router bits
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Die Steel (Tool Steel)
- Typically categorized as hard and tough materials suitable for tooling applications.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the properties and uses of ferrous materials and alloys. This quiz covers topics such as low and medium carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel, and high-speed steel. Understand their characteristics, compositions, and applications in various industries.
