answersLogoWhite

0

It is a metal that contains a significant amount of iron. Without protective layer it will form oxides and rust. Carbon steel is a good example. Stainless steels contain Chromium that automatically provides the protective layer.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Name a ferrous metal that does not rust?

There isn't one. The name 'Ferrous' means 'of iron' from Latin, and iron DOES RUST.


Is galvanized metal ferrous?

Yes, galvanized metal is ferrous because it is made by coating steel with a layer of zinc. Steel is an alloy of iron, making it ferrous, and the presence of iron in the steel gives galvanized metal its ferrous properties.


Is galvanized metal on ferrous?

Yes, galvanized metal is typically made from iron or steel, so it is ferrous. The metal is coated with a layer of zinc to protect it from rust and corrosion.


Is tinplate ferrous or non ferrous?

Tinplate is non ferrous, as it does not contain any iron.


Is copper a ferrous metal or a non-ferrous metal?

Copper is a non-ferrous metal because it does not contain iron.


What are the three main categories of metal?

1. Ferrous metal 2. Non-Ferrous metal 3. Alloys


How do you test if something is a ferrous metal?

Ferrous metal is any metal that contains iron.Iron is attracted the a magnet.So to test if metal is ferrous pass a magnet close to it, if the magnet reacts then you have ferrous metal.


Is calcium a ferrous metal?

No, calcium is not a ferrous metal. Ferrous metals are those that contain iron, such as steel. Calcium is a chemical element that is an alkaline earth metal, not a ferrous metal.


Is lead a ferrous metal?

No, lead is not a ferrous metal. Ferrous metals are those that contain iron, while lead is a non-ferrous metal that is a chemical element.


Is IRON a non-ferrous metal?

NO!!! Iron is the ONLY ferrous metal. The word 'ferrous' comes the Latin for 'Iron', which is 'Ferrum'. THe elemental chemical symbol for iron is 'Fe'.


Is magnesium a ferrous metal?

No, magnesium is not a ferrous metal. Ferrous metals contain iron, while magnesium is a chemical element that is a lightweight and highly reactive metal.


Is copper a ferrous?

No, copper is not a ferrous metal. Ferrous metals are those that contain iron, like steel. Copper is a non-ferrous metal.