In the extraction of iron in the blast furnace, how is the slag then seperated from the molten iron?

1 Answer
Jan 29, 2018

Well, molten iron flows....whereas slag, refractory material, does not flow....

Explanation:

I am reminded of English television, especially those old cop shows.,,,when one crim turns to another (who is suspected to be an informant), and says....

#"You SLAAAGGG...!!"#

In ore refining, slag is the glassy residue that separates from the purified metal...