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Why is ferromolybdenum quenched in water after it solidifies?
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After ferromolybdenum solidifies, it is quenched in water for three primary reasons:
- Cooling: It effectively lowers the temperature of the metal.1
- Separation: It facilitates the separation of the metal and slag into two distinct blocks.1
- Processing: It induces fine fractures within the metal, which makes it significantly easier to break the material into smaller, manageable pieces for further processing.1