Turning low grade iron ore into the most used metal in the world is no easy task. Learn how this hot process works on Discovery Channel's "HowStuffWorks" show.
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HowStuffWorks: Ore to Steel
Turning low grade iron ore into the most used metal in the world is no easy task. Learn how this hot process works on Discovery Channel's "HowStuffWorks" show.
Added: Jan 22, 2009
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Runtime: 02:23
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