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Why do saucepans have steel sides?

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Some of the metal would be absorbed by the food and ingested. Heavy metals cause neurological and other problems in living tissue. This is one reason suggested for widespread illnesses in ancient Rome, where utensils, cups, goblets and pots all contained lead.

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Saucepans are often made from aluminum because it is a very good conductor of heat. Meaning it can easily transfer heat from a hot burner to the foot that is cooking in it. It is light, cheap, and conducts heat very well.

But it is porous to fat and oils. (check an Al frying pan.)

And it may form a chemical bond with burnt material in it. (particularly the sugar in green peas!)

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As silver is a rare metal it is cost effective to use other elements or alloys

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Lead is both too dense to use as saucepans, much too heavy.

And it's very toxic to organisms.

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I reallly dooon't knooooww. Thats what i want to know

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Why are saucepans mailey silver?

The high reflectivity of saucepans is an accidental happening. Indeed, they would be more effective if they were black. Most of them are made of either stainless steel, or of aluminum. Actually aluminum is a poor choice for pans in which fats or oils are heated, because the aluminum is porous (slightly) to these materials, and when they have seeped through, they char badly.


Who repairs kettles and saucepans?

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What raw materials are used to make saucepans?

We often see aluminum used to make saucepans. It is a really good cooking surface, it will accept a Teflon coating, and is also one of the best conductors of heat among all metals. Note that cast iron, stainless steel and copper clad cookware are available. So are some other materials, too. Each of the materials has different properties that make it a good choices for cooking, and debate still continues over which particular metal is better. Many consider that the choice of a given material comes down to trading off characteristicsIt might be noted that there are glass and ceramic saucepans, too, but it was metal that was asked about.


Things made up of metals and alloys use in both school and home?

Copper - Pipes Silver - Necklace Gold - Earrings/jewellery Stainless steel - cutlery Aluminium - saucepans, window frames, drinks can Brass - ornaments Pewter - ornaments Mild steel - nails, screws, nut and bolts


Can you use aluminium saucepans for jam?

My grandmother always used a aluminum sauce-pan to make her Jam. I suppose it's okay, so yes. It's fine.

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What are some good brands of stainless steel saucepans?

The brands Wearever and Cuisinart are both great brands for saucepans. Their stainless steel are some of the best selling because of their durability.


Why is stainless steel ued in saucepans?

so that it wont rust.


Which material can be used for saucepans handle?

In my opinion i would say plastic,stainless steel and wood


Are stainless steel saucepans easier to clean than non-stick saucepans?

All things being equal, and the non-stick saucepans being in good condition, the non-stick saucepan should be easier to clean. Anything in it should come off with a nylon scrubber. Once the non-stick surface is damaged, all bets are off and the stainless steel wins. You can use anything up to and including sandpaper on stainless steel to get it clean.


Which are the main features of Le Creuset saucepans?

One feature of Le Creuset saucepans is a rim designed for precision pouring of sauces and liquids. They also have large handles, measurement markings on the interior of the pans, are made of durable stainless steel, and are dishwasher safe.


Is a saucepan made of steel?

Yes, the majority of saucepans are made of steel. A saucepan can be made of copper, aluminum, or iron. There are also some companies that make heat resistant glass and ceramic sauce pans.


What steel is used for trailer sides?

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What is the bottom of a cooking pot made of?

Saucepans do not necessarily have any one specific metal coating their bottom, however, stainless steel works quite well. Aluminum, copper, and cast iron can all be used successfully for saucepans. I prefer stainless steel.


Where can I find recipies for my stainless steel saucepans online?

The best place with the most recipes is recipe.com. You should be able to find almost any recipe you would like.


What do you call a person who repairs kettles and saucepans?

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Why are saucepans mailey silver?

The high reflectivity of saucepans is an accidental happening. Indeed, they would be more effective if they were black. Most of them are made of either stainless steel, or of aluminum. Actually aluminum is a poor choice for pans in which fats or oils are heated, because the aluminum is porous (slightly) to these materials, and when they have seeped through, they char badly.


Who repairs kettles and saucepans?

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