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This term relates to preferential oxidation of certain chemical constituents of the steel. In stainless steels - it is usually the phenomena of oxidizing the Cr (Chromium) much faster than other elements in the base material. It results in depletion of the steel in Cr which in turn results in relative increase in amounts of other elements. Selective oxidation may be one of the mechanisms of corrosion.
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What is the main reason why stainless steel is used for cutlery?
because it is persistent to oxidation.
Why oxygen use in steel making?
?? Don't understand the question. O2 is used by vets.
Does stainless steel welding require gass?
Most welding processes produce a gas to prevent oxidation of the weld.
Can stainless steel be magnatized?
There is stainless steel and there is magnaized stainless steel but you can not make regular stainless steel magnetic
What has the author Monica Slater written?
Monica Slater has written: 'The influence of ion implantation on the oxidation of nickel and stainless steel'
Are stainless steel in-ground pools durable?
steel is steel and there is nothing you can do about it even if it is stainless steel or it i not stainless steel it will rust
Can you weld steel to stainless steel?
Yep, you can weld steel to stainless and you can weld stainless to steel. You can use steel or stainless welding rod in either case but the steel or steel welding rod will of course rust.
Is stainless steel a pure substance or a mixture?
No; steel is an iron-carbon alloy. Stainless steel is an alloy of steel with chromium added. Stainless steel is usually 13-25% chromium (by weight).
What is the difference between stainless steel and real stainless steel in refrigerators?
Well, the answer lies in the question; by saying 'real' stainless steel, you are implying that there are fake metals which go under the name 'stainless steel', thus the difference is that the stainless steel in refigerators is actually stainless steel, and the fake stainless steel is not...thus your question is answered...
Is stainless steel nonporous?
No, Stainless steel is not porous. Steel how ever is.
Who is more costly mild steel or stainless steel?
stainless steel
What weighs more steel or stainless steel?
Steel and stainless steel tend to weigh around the same, however, stainless steel can sometimes be a bit lighter.
