metallilaji
Metallilaji is a Finnish term used in materials science to classify metals and metal-containing materials. It denotes a category or type of metal, including native metals, alloys, and metal compounds, defined by origin, composition, structure, and properties.
Native metals occur in metallic form in nature, such as gold, silver, copper, and platinum. They can
Alloys are substances composed of two or more elements, with at least one metal. Common metal alloys
Metal compounds and minerals include oxides, sulfides, halides, and carbonates. Ore minerals such as hematite (Fe2O3),
In practice, metallilaji guides material selection and metallurgical processing, reflecting how composition, structure, and properties influence