Chapter 21, Problem 21.58QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

In steelmaking, how do $\text{CaO}$ and $\text{MgO}$ help in the removal of the non-metallic oxides has to be explained.

Concept introduction:

Steelmaking: The process of preparing steel from iron ore and scrap.

• From raw iron by using this process we can eliminate the impurities like phosphorus, silicon and sulfur.
• The steelmaking process is done with furnaces by applying high temperatures.
• We can prepare several grades of steel by using this method