Ferrous metals

Question 1

What are ferrous metals

Answer 1

• Metals that contain iron or ferrite

Question 2

Cast iron properties and uses

Answer 2

• Brittle
• Hard
• Cannot be machined
• Used in heavy machinery

Question 3

Mild steel properties and uses

Answer 3

• Ductile
• Tough
• Malleable
• Used in nuts and bolts + bridges, ships, girders

Question 4

Stainless steel properties and uses

Answer 4

• Hard
• Tough
• Corrosion resistant
• Used in cutlery, kitchenware

Question 5

High speed steel properties and uses

Answer 5

• Hard
• Used in drill bits and lathe tools

Question 6

Carbon steels

Answer 6

• Harder
• Less tough