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In order to deliver molten metal from pouring basin to gate, a ________ is used.

A. Riser

B. Sprue

C. Core

D. None of these

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

In casting, a sprue is the passage through which a molten material is introduced into a mold, and the term also refers to the excess material which solidifies in the sprue passage.
In sand casting, the sprue is formed by a dowel, which is removed from the sand to make the hole into which the metal is poured.

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