Types of Iron (Ferrous Metals) and Iron Ore
Iron ore is the hematite Fe2O3 or Fe2O3. FeO which is magnetite Fe3O4 as a rule. Other iron ores are FeCO3 and FeS2, limonite, and Siderite. Hematite is in fact the principal ore used for the production of iron and steel. Ferrous Metals:-These are the most important metals known for their strength wide ability and ease of forming and machining ...