18/8 steel is a/an __________ stainless steel ?

Correct answer: A. Austenitic

  • A. Austenitic
  • B. Ferritic
  • C. Martensitic
  • D. None of these

Explanation

18/8 stainless steel contains approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel. The nickel stabilises the austenitic structure, so this common grade is austenitic stainless steel.

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