Classification of metals:
Metals:
1. Ferrous. example: cast iron, stainless steel
2. Non ferrous. example: Al and its alloys, Cu and its alloys
Classification of non metals:
1. Plastic
2. Rubber
3. Glass
4. Ceramics
e.g. wood, asbestoses etc.
Uses of metals:
metals are used for MOC in steam boiler and steam pipeline
it is used in storage and transporting
it used for distillation column, storage tank, pump, pipe etc.
Uses of non metals:
non-metals are used for gaskets.
It is used for seals, bushes , glands etc.
Used for vessel and reaction kettle lining. Etc.