Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smelting-furnace

noun

/ˈsmɛltɪŋ ˈfɜrnɪs/

Definition

A smelting furnace is a specialized device used to extract metal from its ore through the process of smelting.

Examples

The smelting furnace reached temperatures that melted the iron ore.
To produce copper, they used a large smelting furnace capable of processing tons of ore at a time.
Modern smelting furnaces are designed for efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

Meaning

It is a high-temperature structure that uses heat and chemical reactions to separate metals from their raw materials, typically in the form of ores. This process often involves the addition of a flux to assist in the separation of metal from non-metal components.