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Why is iron used for locks and bolts?

Iron is used for locks and bolts because it is a strong and durable metal that can withstand force and wear over time. It is also readily available and relatively affordable, making it a practical choice for manufacturing security devices. Additionally, iron can be easily molded and shaped into various designs to suit different locking mechanisms.


Do you use iron in cars?

Iron is used to make the steel, which most cars frames, bodies, bolts and engine internals are still made of.


What iron is used to?

iron is used to make bridges (i think)


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What did the Chinese in 1500 use iron for?

tHEY used iron to make iron out of iron.


Where is the mineral iron used?

Iron ore is used to make steel


What are iron ore used for?

To make iron and steel.


What is iron use to make?

iron is used to make bridges (i think)


What was iron used for in West Africa?

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What three raw materials are used to make pig iron?

The three raw materials used to make pig iron are iron ore, coke (a type of coal), and limestone. Iron ore is the primary source of iron, coke is used as a fuel and reducing agent, and limestone helps remove impurities from the iron ore during the smelting process.


Why stoves are made of iron?

Cast iron is not used today to make a stove.


Were hammers used to build canals?

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