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Why does aluminium and iron react to form molten iron?

The reaction between aluminium and iron oxide is used to weld together railway lines, the aluminium displaces the iron; but why is the iron that is left molten?

Answer:

By electrolysis of Nacl in sea water
Look up ThermitThis reaction is extremely exothermic, and the heat generated is sufficient to leave the iron molten for a while.

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