Silica bricks have low spalling resistance below 600°C, due to its
A. Very high thermal conductivity
B. High co-efficient of expansion upto this temperature
C. High thermal diffusivity
D. Low refractoriness
Answer: Option B
Related Questions on Refractory Technology
Fusion point of an acidic refractory material is
A. Increased by the addition of basic oxides
B. Reduced by the addition of basic oxides
C. Not affected by the addition of basic oxides
D. Not affected by the addition of basic oxides
Which of the following is not a high alumina refractory material?
A. Kyanite
B. Sillimanite
C. Diaspore
D. Periclase
Magnesite refractories are generally not used in the
A. Electric furnace walls
B. Steel melting furnace
C. Open hearth furnace
D. Burning zone of cement kilns
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