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Carbon steel is a type of steel that primarily contains carbon as the main alloying element, with other elements present in smaller amounts. It is manufactured from iron and carbon, where the carbon content imparts hardness and strength to the metal. The degree of these physical properties is determined by the amount of carbon present. Carbon steel is widely used in the manufacturing of various products and structures due to its high strength and low cost. It is an alloy of iron with a small percentage of carbon and occasionally includes other elements. The addition of elements such as chromium, nickel, molybdenum, and silicon can create a range of different steels with varying properties. High-carbon steel, also known as carbon tool steel or M2 steel, is a subtype that is particularly hard and strong, often used in tools and applications requiring high durability.
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