Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry · Spec 2.25C
Low-Carbon, High-Carbon and Stainless Steel (Paper 2)
Covers compare three steel types, Link composition to properties and Select a steel for a stated use.
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Low-Carbon, High-Carbon and Stainless Steel (Paper 2)
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Spec 2.25C
What you need to know
- Compare three steel types
- Link composition to properties
- Select a steel for a stated use
Active recall
Quick check
Answer each question before opening the answer.
Which steel is easiest to shape?
Low-carbon steel
Why is high-carbon steel used for blades?
It is hard and wear resistant
What gives stainless steel corrosion resistance?
A protective chromium oxide layer
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