Define the terms 1) Flux 2) Slag.

Define the terms 1) Flux 2) Slag.
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Flux: ‘A substance which is used to remove the gangue from ore is called flux’. 

Slag: A fusible chemical compound formed by combination of the added flux and the gangue present in the ore.

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