Chemical Engineering - Refractory Technology

41.
Cold crushing strength of ordinary fireclay brick is about 950 kg/cm2 . On exposure to a temperature of about 1500°C, its crushing strength may come down to as low as __________ kg/cm2 .
450
250
150
65
Answer: Option
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42.
Zirconia refractory
does not react with basic slags.
is produced from baddeleyite.
can not be used as an insulator.
has poor electrical conductivity at high temperature.
Answer: Option
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43.
Which one contains maximum percentage of Al2O3 ?
Firebrick
Sillimanite
Magnesite
Aluminous firebrick
Answer: Option
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44.
Which of the following does not occur during firing/burning of refractories ?
Removal of water of hydration.
Vitrification.
Decrease in crushing strength.
Development of stable mineral form.
Answer: Option
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45.
Silicon carbide refractories are used in the
muffle furnace
zinc smelting furnace
ceramic recuperators
all (a), (b) and (c)
Answer: Option
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