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Why is copper used to make hot water tanks but steel (an alloy of iron) is not used?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Materials**: - Copper and steel (an alloy of iron and carbon) are two different materials with distinct properties. 2. **Reactivity of Iron in Steel**: - Steel contains iron, which is known to react with water, especially when it is in the form of steam. - The reaction can be represented as: ...
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