Properties and uses of different kinds of steel

1 mark · Easy

State one advantage of stainless steel over mild steel for use in kitchen equipment.

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Stainless steel is resistant to corrosion (rust), whereas mild steel rusts easily.

Also accept: Stainless steel does not rust; mild steel rusts.

Common mistakes: Stainless steel is stronger than mild steel.

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B1 · 1 mark · States that stainless steel is corrosion- or rust-resistant.

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Stainless steel is resistant to corrosion, making it better than mild steel for kitchen equipment.