Definition

A mixture of iron and manganese that is typically used to make steel.

Example

Ferromanganese is added to steel to improve its strength and durability.

Conversation

Have you heard about ferromanganese?

Yeah, it’s that alloy they use in steel production, right?

Exactly! It contains a lot of manganese, which is really important.

I read that it helps improve the strength of the steel.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ferromanganese is formed from "ferro-" (from Latin "ferrum", meaning iron) and "manganese" (from Latin "manganesium", meaning manganese). The word refers to an alloy that contains both iron and manganese, highlighting the presence of iron in the compound.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iron' ('ferro-') combined with 'manganese' to remember that ferromanganese is an alloy made from both of these metals.

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