Millwright Level 1 Practice Exam

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In oxyacetylene welding, how pure is the oxygen typically used?

90% pure oxygen
95% pure oxygen
99.5% pure oxygen
100% pure oxygen

The correct answer is: 99.5% pure oxygen

In oxyacetylene welding, the oxygen used is typically 99.5% pure. This high level of purity is essential in the welding process, as it allows for an efficient and controlled combustion with acetylene, producing the intense heat required for welding. The purity level ensures that there are minimal contaminants that could interfere with the flame characteristics or the welding results. Using oxygen that is lower in purity, such as 90% or 95%, would introduce more impurities into the welding process, potentially affecting the quality of the weld and the efficiency of the combustion. Similarly, while 100% pure oxygen may seem ideal, it can pose safety risks due to the highly reactive nature of pure oxygen under pressure, which can lead to uncontrollable combustion. Therefore, 99.5% purity strikes a balance between providing effective welding capabilities and maintaining safety.