Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · CHEMISTRY · Section
Properties and uses of different kinds of steel
20 practice questions
Practice questions
1–3 of 3 · Hard
Question 1
2 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →A company is deciding between using high-carbon steel or stainless steel for manufacturing outdoor garden tools. Compare one key advantage and one disadvantage of using stainless steel instead of high-carbon steel for this purpose.
Question 2
5 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →Three types of steel are shown below.
(a)[2 marks]Describe the composition and one key property of mild steel.
(b)[2 marks]Explain how the composition of high-carbon steel makes it different from mild steel in terms of its properties.
(c)[1 mark]Identify the two main elements added to iron to make stainless steel and state why stainless steel does not rust easily.
Question 3
2 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →A food processing factory needs to choose a type of steel for making storage tanks that will contain acidic liquids. State which type of steel is most suitable and explain why, giving one property that supports your answer.