A sprue is
A)A process of cleaning castings
B)A chemical added to molten materials to get sound castings
C)A tool used in mould repairing
D)A special type of non-ferrous core used in centrifugal castings only
E)A vertical passage through the cope and connecting the pouring basin to the runner or gate

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A sprue is the vertical passage through the cope that connects the pouring basin to the runner or gate, allowing molten metal to flow into the mold during the casting process.

A Sprue Is