Learn about the important uses of the element iron ore, including steel production.

Iron ore is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, and one of its primary uses is in the production of steel. When combined with carbon, iron changes character completely and becomes the alloy steel. Steel production. Ironworks.

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Language:English
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Published: Chicago, IL : Encyclopedia Britannica, 2011.
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Summary:Iron ore is one of the most abundant elements on Earth, and one of its primary uses is in the production of steel. When combined with carbon, iron changes character completely and becomes the alloy steel. Steel production. Ironworks.
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