The metal is extracted from the ore by large-scale industrial processes requiring a massive amount of energy. The processes may involve heat, chemical reactions to remove unwanted elements or electrolysis.
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What happens at the end of a metal's usable life?
At the end of metals' usable life, they are often recycled by melting them down and reprocessing into new products. This reduces the need to obtain a new metal ore.
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Name the three types of metals
Ferrous metals, Non-ferrous metals and Alloys
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Uses of Birch
Furniture and cabinets; turned items
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Characteristics of Teak
Durable, oily wood that is resistent
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The metal is extracted from the ore by large-scale industrial processes requiring a massive amount of energy. The processes may involve heat, chemical reactions to remove unwanted elements or electrolysis.
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How is metal obtained?
Card 3
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At the end of metals' usable life, they are often recycled by melting them down and reprocessing into new products. This reduces the need to obtain a new metal ore.
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