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Which process shapes a metal by pouring it molten into a mold?

Casting fills a mold with molten metal and lets it solidify.

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  1. Forging
  2. Casting ✔
  3. Machining

Why: The mold cavity defines much of the final geometry as the liquid cools. Casting can form complex shapes, but engineers must account for shrinkage and solidification defects.

Huh, didn't know that: A casting may still need machining on critical surfaces or holes after it leaves the mold.

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Answer: Casting. The mold cavity defines much of the final geometry as the liquid cools. Casting can form complex shapes, but engineers must account for shrinkage and solidification defects.

  1. University of Florida Design Lab: Casting and Forging web.mae.ufl.edu/designlab/Lab%20Assignments/Casting%20and%20Forging/Casting%20and%20Forging.htm
    Casting is pouring molten liquid into a mold where it is subsequently allowed to cool & solidify before ejection for use.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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