Ferrous Metals
Ferrous metals, which include steel and iron, are some of the most widely used metals in the world. Ferrous metals are low cost and are highly resistant to corrosion. They are also easy to produce, meaning they are widely used in manufacturing and construction.
The two most widely used forms of ferrous metals are carbon steel and alloys. Carbon steel is an alloy of iron and carbon and is the most common form of all types of steel. Alloys are a combination of two or more elements, often times iron and nickel, which enhances certain characteristics and properties of the metal. Alloys are used in higher strength applications such as heavy machinery and military applications.
Steel is one of the most widely used ferrous metals in the world and is a commodity, meaning it can be bought and sold on global commodities markets. It can be used to make a variety of products from automotive parts to bridges. Its strength and resistance to corrosion makes it an ideal choice for a number of uses. It is also relatively inexpensive to produce, which has led to it becoming the most widely used metal in the world.
Iron, another common ferrous metal, is not as strong as steel, but is still widely used for a variety of products ranging from household items to construction materials. Iron is more malleable and ductile than steel and can be used to create castings, which are metal pieces created by a molding process. It is also widely used in architectural applications such as ornamental fe
