Silica refractories__________________?

Correct answer: A. crack when subjected to sudden change of temperature

  • A. crack when subjected to sudden change of temperature
  • B. Cannot be used in the dome of hot blast stoves
  • C. Have lower thermal conductivity than fireclay bricks
  • D. All A., B. and C.

Explanation

Silica refractories have poor resistance to sudden temperature changes because their phase transformations and low thermal-shock tolerance generate cracking. They are used in hot-blast-stove domes and generally conduct heat better than fireclay bricks, so only statement A is correct.

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