What is stainless steel? How is stainless steel made? State an important property of stainless steel.


  • Stainless steel is an alloy of iron that contains a minimum of approximately 11% chromium. The Elements are mixed together in a definite ratio to prevent rusting and to give other properties to iron like providing heat-resistant properties, etc.

  • Stainless steel is obtained by combining carbon, chromium, and nickel in iron. The composition of various elements in stainless steel is: Fe (83%) + C (1%) + Cr (15%) + Ni (1%).

  • One of the most important properties of Stainless steel is that it does not rust. Hence, it is widely used for making utensils, cutlery, surgical instruments, and ornamental articles. 

  • Other properties may include heat-resistant properties, strength, shine, etc.

  • Other properties may include heat-resistant properties, strength, shine, etc.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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