2.1 - Primary Steelmaking
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Practice Questions
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What does BF-BOF stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the two types of furnace involved.
Name one raw material used in the EAF process.
💡 Hint: Consider the primary source for the EAF.
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What is the primary purpose of the basic oxygen furnace?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens after pig iron is created.
True or False: The Electric Arc Furnace process is more energy-efficient than the BF-BOF process.
💡 Hint: Consider the advantages of recycling in terms of energy.
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Given the current emphasis on sustainability, discuss how the steel industry can transition predominantly to Electric Arc Furnaces. What challenges can arise?
💡 Hint: Evaluate both the advantages of recycling and the practical aspects of sourcing materials.
Analyze the potential impact of switching from BF-BOF to EAF on steel price fluctuations and market dynamics. What might happen?
💡 Hint: Consider how the supply chain dynamics change with the reduction in coke and coal usage.
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