Question is ⇒ With increase in the density of silica refractories, its, Options are ⇒ (A) resistance to slag attack increases., (B) spalling resistance reduces., (C) both (a) and (b)., (D) neither (a) nor (b)., (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper.

Question is ⇒ With increase in the density of silica refractories, its, Options are ⇒ (A) resistance to slag attack increases., (B) spalling resistance reduces., (C) both (a) and (b)., (D) neither (a) nor (b)., (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper. Previous question Next question


Q1.	With increase in the density of silica refractories, its
A.	resistance to slag attack increases. [Wrong Answer]
B.	spalling resistance reduces. [Wrong Answer]
C.	both (a) and (b). [Correct Answer]
D.	neither (a) nor (b). [Wrong Answer]
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