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Explain the terms gauge, Flux and slag in metallurgy.
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Explain the terms gauge, Flux and slag in metallurgy.

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Generally ores are contaminated with earthy, impurities and these impurities are called gauge or substance added is called flux. The flux combines with the impurities present in the ore to form an easily fusible material called slag.
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