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a. How pig iron is converted into cast iron? 

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a. How pig iron is converted into cast iron? 

b. Molten cast iron is poured into moulds to make different shapes. Which speciality if cast iron is based for it?

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a. Pig Iron mixed with scrap iron and coke, is melted in a special furnace to make cast iron. 

b. Molten cast iron expands a little on solidifiation.

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