How is stainless steel made ?

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Alloys made by mixing 18-20 percent chromium and 8-10 percent nickel in iron do not rust. Its heat tolerance and corrosion resistance are also much higher. It is widely used in cooking , surgery and chemical industries. This metal alloy is called stainless steel.

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Last Answer : (C) Flint or porcelain

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