Alloys

Total Questions: 42

41. Stainless steel is an alloy ofโ€” [63rd B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2017]

Correct Answer: (b) Iron and Chromium
Solution:Stainless steel (stain-free iron) is an alloy whose constituent elements generally are approximately as follows:
  • Iron: 89.4%
  • Chromium: 10.0%
  • Manganese: 0.35%
  • Carbon: 0.25%
    Iron and Chromium: This is the most fundamental and defining combination for stainless steel.

42. How much carbon does steel contain? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2000]

Correct Answer: (a) 0.1โ€“2%
Solution:The amount of Carbon contained in Steel lies between 0.1% to 2%.