Chemical Engineering - Materials and Construction - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Materials and Construction - Section 1 (Q.No. 45)
45.
Addition of __________ in steel can help in increasing the depth of hardness.
nickel
chromium
vanadium
tungsten
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Rajneesh said:   2 years ago
Most stainless steel contains about 18 per cent chromium; it is what hardens and toughens steel and increases its resistance to corrosion, especially at high temperatures.

So, the correct answer is B (chromium).

Sunil valand said:   3 years ago
Chromium is the right answer.

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