Magnetism, electrical and thermal conductivity of metals

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The discussion centers on the properties of various metals, specifically their electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as their magnetic characteristics. Cast iron is rated as having poor electrical conductivity, while 304 stainless steel is noted for its poor thermal conductivity. The participants confirm that most ferrous metals, including mild steel and cast iron, are magnetic and will be attracted to a magnet, whereas stainless steel is typically not. The metals discussed include cast iron, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, mild steel, copper, bronze, tool steel, HSLA steel, zinc, lead, and magnesium.

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  • Understanding of electrical conductivity in metals
  • Knowledge of thermal conductivity principles
  • Familiarity with ferrous and non-ferrous metals
  • Basic concepts of magnetism in materials
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  • Research the electrical conductivity of cast iron and its applications
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  • Learn about the differences between ferrous and non-ferrous metals
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I would like to test myself on how well I know my information about certain metals, some of them get me a bit puzzled.

How would you rate the electrical conductivity of cast iron?
Poor, good, excellent or best?

Also the thermal conductivity of 304 stainless steel?
Poor, good, excellent or best?

I know that most ferrous metals are magnetic, right? The metals and alloys, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminum, alpha brass, mild steel, copper, phosphor bronze, tool steel, HSLA steel, zinc, lead, magnesium. Which ones would you expect to be attracted to a magnet?

My thought is mild steel and cast iron, any that I missed?
 
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I would rate the electrical conductivity of cast iron and the thermal conductivity of 304 stainless to both be rather poor, at least for metals, and I would expect all of the steels listed plus cast iron (with the exception of stainless) to be attracted to a magnet.
 

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