ferrous

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Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto also announced controls on exports of crude palm oil, coal and ferrous alloy as the country battles the economic headwinds fuelled by the Middle East war.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

As the water disappeared, hydrated ferrous sulfates were left behind.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

The recycler of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal posted revenue of $672.9 million in the period.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 4, 2024

Existing evidence suggests supplements are a more effective way to replenish iron stores than dietary changes alone and ferrous sulfate is the most effective iron supplement for young children.

From Salon • Sep. 13, 2023

Large ferrous appliances, such as the wheeled metal canisters for liquid nitrogen known as Dewar flasks, had to be chained in place.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik