Annealing of cast iron__________________?

Correct answer: C. Softens it to facilitate machining

  • A. Increases the strength
  • B. Decreases the free carbon
  • C. Softens it to facilitate machining
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Annealing cast iron reduces hardness and relieves internal stresses, making the casting softer and easier to machine. It is not primarily a strengthening treatment.

Written and checked by , MS Computer ScienceLast updated
Report an error

The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.

Prefer email? [email protected]

Practise Chemical Process Principles

2,710 free Chemical Process Principles MCQs from Chemical Engineering, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Discussion

Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.

No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.

Exams that ask Chemical Engineering questions like this

Chemical Engineering is on this paper prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for it.

More Chemical Process Principles questions