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No. It's an alloy, mainly of iron and chromium.

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No, stainless steel is not a mineral. It is an alloy made from a combination of iron and other elements such as chromium, nickel, and molybdenum. Minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances with a specific chemical composition and crystal structure.

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