Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Metal Extraction (Section 3 - No. 6)
What is the main purpose of using oxygen in the basic oxygen converter?
To add carbon to the iron.
To remove carbon and other impurities from the iron.
To melt the iron.
To cool down the iron.
Explanation
Oxygen reacts with carbon and other impurities to form gases that are released.
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