JEE Main Chemistry question

ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements (Metallurgy)JEE Main

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As percentage of carbon increase in iron, its hardness:

Answer: (B)

Solution

Higher carbon content (as cementite, ) increases the hardness (and brittleness) of iron/steel. The correct option is (b).

Question ID VK-147841