Which process takes place in the conversion of iron into steel?

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MG Lolenstine asked Oct 20, 2022

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Which process takes place in the conversion of iron into steel?

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Iron is changed into steel by blowing oxygen through the molten metal from the Blast Furnace. This oxidises the impurities in the molten metal. Carbon is a major impurity in Blast Furnace metal.

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