Refractory Technology

181. Which is a neutral refractory?

  1. Graphite
  2. Magnesite chrome
  3. Silica
  4. Magnesia

Correct answer: (A)
Graphite

182. Which is an acidic refractory?

  1. Magnesite
  2. Dolomite
  3. Fireclay
  4. Chrome magnesite

Correct answer: (C)
Fireclay

183. Which is not a basic refractory?

  1. Chrome magnesite
  2. Magnesite
  3. Dolomite
  4. Silicon carbide

Correct answer: (D)
Silicon carbide

184. Which is not a high alumina refractory?

  1. Mullite
  2. Corundum
  3. Bauxite
  4. Dolomite

Correct answer: (D)
Dolomite

185. Which is not a natural insulating material?

  1. Diatomaceous earth/kieselgur
  2. Asbestos
  3. Vermiculite
  4. None of these

Correct answer: (D)
None of these

186. Which is not an acidic refractory?

  1. Silica
  2. Fireclay
  3. High alumina refractory
  4. Carbon black

Correct answer: (D)
Carbon black

187. Which is not an alumino-silicate refractory?

  1. Fireclay bricks
  2. Mullite bricks
  3. Tar dolomite bricks
  4. High alumina bricks

Correct answer: (C)
Tar dolomite bricks

188. Which is required in an insulating refractory?

  1. High thermal conductivity
  2. Low porosity
  3. Both (A) and (B)
  4. Neither (A) nor (B)

Correct answer: (D)
Neither (A) nor (B)

189. Which is the most stable crystalline form of silica at room temperature?

  1. Quartz
  2. Cristobalite
  3. Tridymite
  4. None of these

Correct answer: (A)
Quartz

190. Which is the stable form of silica below 870°C?

  1. Tridymite
  2. Cristobalite
  3. Quartz
  4. None of these

Correct answer: (C)
Quartz

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