Extracting Iron Flashcards
1
Q
Where does iron come from?
A
Iron comes from a metal ore which is extracted from the ground through the process of mining.
The metal ore is called haematite.
2
Q
How is iron extracted from the ore?
A
It is extracted by being put into a blast furnace which uses a tremendous amount of heat.
3
Q
What are the raw materials used in the blast furnace to to extract pure iron?
A
Coke
Limestone
4
Q
What are the steps of getting molten iron?
A
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5
Q
What happens after when molten iron has been produced?
A
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