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What is the hardness level of cast iron compared to pig iron?
ChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of MetalsNEET
Options:
  • A Cast iron is softer
  • B Cast iron is harder
  • C Both have similar hardness
  • D Hardness cannot be determined
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Cast iron is harder
Cast iron, being extremely hard and brittle, is harder compared to pig iron.

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