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Iron is itself an element while steel is an alloy of iron and carbon with traces of manganese, chromium, vanadium, and tungsten

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One of the elements in steel?

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What elements make steel?

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Iron is an element in its own right. So there are no two elements that make iron. However, Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. Iron and Carbon are tweo different elements. So steel contains two different elements.


Is iron in steel?

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Which element is the odd one out nickel iron stainless steel or cobalt?

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Is steel an element or compound?

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What are the 4 main elements in stainless steel?

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What are two metal elements?

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What two elements are used to make steel?

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Is steel an element of iron?

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What are the processes involved in steel making?

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Is a steel nail a metal?

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