Question: what are the three elements found in stainless steel alloy?
Answer: Carbon. Carbon is always present in stainless steel. ... 
Chromium. Chromium is a highly reactive element and accounts for the “passive” nature of all stainless steels. ... 
Nickel. ... 
Molybdenum. ... 
Manganese. ... 
Silicon and Copper. ... 
Niobium. ... 
Titanium.