Question

what is carborundum?how is it prepared​

Answer 1

Answer:

Silicon carbide (SiC) is known as carborundum and is prepared by the reduction of silicon dioxide (SiO2) with elemental carbon in an electric furnace. This material, like diamond, is extremely hard and is used industrially as an abrasive.

Answer 2

Silicon carbide (SiC) is known as carborundum and is prepared by the reduction of silicon dioxide (SiO2) with elemental carbon in an electric furnace. This material, like diamond, is extremely hard and is used industrially as an abrasive.