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What is the main process involved in metal casting?
What is the main process involved in metal casting?
- Heating metal to extreme temperatures
- Forging metal into shape
- Pouring molten metal into a mold (correct)
- Melting metal for recycling purposes
What is the term for the solidified metal object obtained from the casting process?
What is the term for the solidified metal object obtained from the casting process?
- Forging
- Casting (correct)
- Welding
- Extrusion
What material is most often used for making the mold in metal casting?
What material is most often used for making the mold in metal casting?
- Wood
- Plastic
- Concrete
- Sand (correct)
What role does the metal casting industry play in the economy?
What role does the metal casting industry play in the economy?
What advantage does metal casting offer in terms of part strength and rigidity?
What advantage does metal casting offer in terms of part strength and rigidity?