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Question
Which zone of a flame does a goldsmith use for melting gold and silver and why?
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Solution
Goldsmiths use the outermost part/zone of the flame to melt gold and silver. This is because the outermost zone of the flame undergoes complete combustion and is the hottest part of the flame.
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