Difference between Pig iron and Cast iron

Nov 30 -0001

Distinguish, compare, differentiate and explain what is the main difference between Pig iron and Cast iron. Differences and Comparison.

S.No.	Pig Iron	Cast Iron
1	Pig iron is obtained from chemical reduction of iron core.	It is obtained from Pig iron.
2	Pig iron has comparatively more carbon content.	It has comparatively more less content.
3	More brittle.	Less brittle.
4	Its meting point is 1200⁰C.	Its meting point is 1250⁰C.
5	Less suitable for engineering applications and useful articles.	Suitable for engineering applications and useful articles.
6	Produced in blast furnace.	Produced in cupola furnace.