Ferrous & non-ferrous metals.

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    • Ferrous metals:
      Contain iron and are magnetic due to iron content. They are prone to rust and require a protective finish to prevent corrosion. Malleability and hardness depends on carbon content- the more carbon the harder and less malleable the steel becomes.
    • Cast iron:
      -Brittle if thin
      -Can be cast in a mould
      -Strong compressive strength
      -Good electrical and thermal conductivity
      -Poor resistance to corrosion.
      -Used for gates, manhole covers, drains and vices.
    • High carbon steel:
      -It's hard and brittle
      -Less malleable than mild steel.
      -Good electrical and thermal conductor.
      -Uses include tools, screwdrivers, and chisels.
    • Low carbon steel or mild steel:
      -Ductile and tough.
      -Easy to shape, braze and weld.
      -Good conductor of heat and electricity.
      -Corrodes easily.
      -Used as nuts and bolts, screws, bicycle frames and car parts.
    • Stainless steel:
      -It's a ferrous alloy. shiny silver when polished.
      -Hard and tough.
      -Good resistance to stains and corrosion.
      -Shiny silver when polished.
      -Used extensively in kitchen sinks, cutlery and hospital equipment.
      -Stainless steel is also used in architecture, aerospace and general transport.
    • FISH CLAM:
      Ferrous
      Iron
      Stainless steel
      High carbon steel
      Cast iron
      Low carbon steel
      And
      Medium carbon steel
    • Non-ferrous metals:
      They don't contain iron, aren't magnetic and don't rust.
    • Aluminium:
      -It's lightweight, malleable and strong.
      -Good conductor of heat and electricity.
      -Used in drinks cans, cycle frames and saucepans.
    • Copper:
      -Very malleable and an excellent conductor of electricity and heat – perfect for plumbing and central heating applications.
      -It is orange/brown when polished, but will oxidise green.
    • Silver:
      -Precious metal used in jewellery.
      -It's soft and malleable when hot,
      -Highly corrosion-resistant and a good conductor.
    • CABBIN:
      Copper
      Aluminium
      Brass
      Bronze
      Iron
      No
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