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Mechanical Engineering · Q88

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 88

Q88

The cutting fluid mostly used for machining steel is

A.
Water
B.
Soluble oil
Answer
C.
Dry
D.
Heavy oils

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Soluble oil of the highest grade is used as a lubricant. It is used in metalworking industries as a cutting fluid for aluminum. For machining, tapping and drilling aluminum, it is superior to kerosene and various water-based cutting fluids.