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What is the purpose of using a spirit level in molding?

To check if the sand bed is horizontal (correct)
To cut the sand mold
To blow away loose sand
To reinforce the mold cavity

What are gaggers used for in molding?

Checking the horizontal level of the sand bed
Reinforcing runners and feeding gates (correct)
Cutting the molds
Blowing air into the mold cavities

What is the purpose of a gate cutter?

To cut downward projecting sand mass (correct)
To check the mold's horizontal level
To reinforce the mold cavity
To pump air into the mold cavities

What is green sand also known as?

Tempered sand (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of sand requires moisture content between 6 to 8%?

Loam sand (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of parting sand in molding?

Maintaining the shape of the mold under pressure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name for green sand that has been dried or baked after making the mold and cores?

Core Sand (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the material composition of loam sand?

Sand, clay, and water (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of facing sand?

To form the face of the mold (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is backing sand sometimes called black sand?

Due to repeated use in molding (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of molding sand is mainly suitable for larger castings?

Loam Sand (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which type of sand preparation is no facing sand used?

System Sand preparation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a draw spike in molding shops?

Driving the draw spike into the pattern and withdrawing it (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a Vent Rod in molding?

Piercing small holes in the molding sand for venting (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are lifters used for in mold cavities?

Cleaning, repairing, and finishing deep and narrow openings (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is primarily used for engaging metal patterns by being driven into them?

Draw Spike (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of pierce small holes in the molding sand using a Vent Rod?

Allow the exit of steam and gases during pouring (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do lifters differ from Vent Rods and Draw Spikes in mold cavity preparation?

Draw Spikes engage patterns, while Lifters clean and finish openings. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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