everyday science MCQ #4870

Which one of the following mixtures of gases is required in gas welding?

everyday science MCQ #4870

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which one of the following mixtures of gases is required in gas welding?

    • A) Oxygen and ethylene
    • B) Oxygen and hydrogen
    • C) Acetylene and oxygen
    • D) Acetylene and hydrogen

    Answer: Acetylene and oxygen

    Explanation: Oxy-acetylene welding uses a mixture of acetylene and oxygen; the flame reaches about 3,500°C, which is hot enough to melt and fuse most metals.