In order to deliver molten metal from pouring basin to gate, a ________ is used.
A
Riser
B
Sprue
C
Core
D
None of these
Correct Answer: Sprue
In casting, a sprue is the passage through which a molten material is introduced into a mold, and the term also refers to the excess material which solidifies in the sprue passage.In sand casting, the sprue is formed by a dowel, which is removed from the sand to make the hole into which the metal is poured.