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fluxing lime

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun fluxing lime has 1 sense
  1. calcium oxide, quicklime, lime, calx, calcined lime, fluxing lime, unslaked lime, burnt lime - a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide
    --1 is a kind of oxide
    --1 has substances: calcium, Ca, atomic number 20

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Fluxing Lime

Definition: Fluxing lime refers to a type of lime that is primarily used as a flux in various industrial processes, particularly in metallurgy and glass manufacturing. It acts as a reactant to remove impurities and enhance the fusion of other materials.

Example Sentences:

  • The steel mill added fluxing lime to the furnace to facilitate the removal of impurities during the smelting process.
  • In the glass industry, fluxing lime is commonly employed to lower the melting point of silica and create a more homogenous mixture.
  • By incorporating fluxing lime into ceramic glazes, potters can ensure better adhesion and reduce the risk of cracks during firing.
  • The chemical composition of fluxing lime makes it an ideal component for fluxing agents used in gold extraction from ore.

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