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What are the special properties of stainless steel?

Solution

Special properties of stainless steel are:

  • It is hard and strong.
  • It does not corrode (does not rust).

These properties make it suitable for making utensils for cooking.

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Chapter 3: Metals and Non-metals - Exercise 3 [Page 193]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry (Science) [English] Class 10
Chapter 3 Metals and Non-metals
Exercise 3 | Q 49.4 | Page 193

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