section_path: Categories/Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
section_name: Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
paragraph_text: Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
  
  The term "ferrous" is derived from the Latin word meaning "containing iron". This can include pure iron, such as wrought iron, or an alloy such as steel. Ferrous metals are often magnetic, but not exclusively. Non-ferrous metals and alloys lack appreciable amounts of iron.