Question 1

Which of the following best describes the primary chemical reaction involved in oxyfuel cutting of ferrous metals?

Accepted Answer

Oxidation of iron by oxygen gas

Question 2

Why are nonferrous metals such as aluminum and brass generally not suitable for oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

They do not oxidize rapidly enough to sustain the cutting process

Question 3

During the oxyfuel cutting process, what is the significance of the metal turning 'cherry red'?

Accepted Answer

It shows the metal has reached the temperature required for rapid oxidation

Question 4

What is the role of the extra oxygen jet in the oxyfuel cutting torch after the metal is preheated?

Accepted Answer

It provides additional oxygen to rapidly oxidize the metal and facilitate cutting

Question 5

Which of the following equations best represents the oxidation reaction of iron during oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

$4Fe + 3O_2 \rightarrow 2Fe_2O_3$

Question 6

What is 'dross' in the context of oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

Molten metal and slag that is expelled from the cut

Question 7

A student attempts to cut a piece of stainless steel using oxyfuel cutting but finds it ineffective. Which property of stainless steel is most responsible for this?

Accepted Answer

Stainless steel contains chromium, which forms a stable oxide layer preventing rapid oxidation

Question 8

Which step comes immediately after lighting the fuel gas in the oxyfuel cutting process?

Accepted Answer

Preheating the metal until it reaches cherry red temperature

Question 9

If a metal does not rust, which of the following is most likely true about its suitability for oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

It is likely a nonferrous metal and cannot be cut effectively

Question 10

What is the 'kerf' in oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

The width of the cut made by the torch, including the material removed as dross

Question 11

Which of the following metals is classified as ferrous and suitable for oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

Mild steel

Question 12

A technician increases the oxygen flow during oxyfuel cutting. What is the most likely effect on the cutting process?

Accepted Answer

The metal will oxidize more rapidly, improving the cut

Question 13

Which of the following best explains why oxyfuel cutting is not effective on nonferrous metals?

Accepted Answer

Nonferrous metals do not contain iron and do not oxidize rapidly enough to sustain the cutting reaction

Question 14

During oxyfuel cutting, which gas is typically used as the fuel source?

Accepted Answer

Acetylene

Question 15

Which of the following is a direct result of the oxidation reaction during oxyfuel cutting?

Accepted Answer

Formation of molten iron oxide (slag/dross)

Question 16

A welder notices that the cut edges are rough and contain a lot of dross. What adjustment should be made to improve the cut quality?

Accepted Answer

Increase the preheat temperature to ensure complete oxidation

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the sequence of steps in the oxyfuel cutting process?

Accepted Answer

Light fuel gas, preheat metal, apply oxygen jet, oxidize and remove dross

Question 18

If the oxygen jet is not turned on after preheating the metal, what is the most likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

The metal will remain heated but not oxidize or be cut

Question 19

Which of the following statements about ferrous metals is correct?

Accepted Answer

Ferrous metals contain iron and can rust, making them suitable for oxyfuel cutting

Question 20

A metalworker is cutting mild steel using oxyfuel cutting. Which chemical product is most likely to be found in the dross?

Accepted Answer

$Fe_2O_3$

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