scorification
Americannoun
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Origin of scorification
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The cupellation of large quantities of alloy or of alloys which contain tin, antimony, iron, or any substance which produces a scoria, or corrodes the cupel, must be preceded by a scorification.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
The scorification assay is performed in a scorifier, which is a shallow open-mouthed dish about 2-1/2 inches across, with a very thick bottom to enable it to withstand the corrosive action of the slag.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
As a general rule, it may be stated that when a scorification is unsatisfactory, what is wanted is more heat, more lead, or more borax.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
The first is conducted in one of two ways, known respectively as the crucible method and the scorification method.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" by Various
If the slag forms properly, but shows unfused or only half-fused lumps, even when the scorification has proceeded for some time, add more borax, and stir with an iron rod.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
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