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If a refractory contains high content of silicon, it means refractory is

A. Acidic

B. Basic

C. Neutral

D. Brittle

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Refractory refers to the heat resistant material used in almost all processes involving high temperatures and/or corrosive environment.
These are typically used to insulate and protect industrial furnaces and vessels due to their excellent resistance to heat, chemical attack and mechanical damage.

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Comments ( 2 )

  1. Shaikh Salman
    Shaikh Salman :
    4 weeks ago

    If a refractory contains high content of silicon, it means refractory is. Acidic.

    Dolomite for basic

  2. Ansuman Sensharma
    Ansuman Sensharma :
    3 years ago

    I think the answer should be A; i.e. Acidic. Please check the content of acidic refractory, it's around 93% SiO2

    Ansuman Sen Sharma
    India Boiler dot Com

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