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Understanding Slag in Steelmaking by Nicole Altamirano Catalán is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The document provides an introduction to slag fundamentals: 1. Slag is defined as molten metal oxides and flourides that float on top of steel in steelmaking processes. 2. Slag plays an important role in steelmaking by improving steel quality, protecting the steel from oxidation and heat loss, and being compatible with refractory linings. 3. Slag composition comes from additions like lime, dolomite, and alumina as well as oxidation of elements in scrap. The composition is expressed as percentages of co

Author

Nicole Altamirano Catalán

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EN