Q. The vertical passage through which molten metal poured into the mould is termed as:

A
Sprue
B
Swab
C
Draw spike
D
Gaggers
Solution:

The molten material is poured in the pouring cup, which is part of the gating system that supplies the molten material to the mold cavity. The vertical part of the gating system connected to the pouring cup is the sprue, and the horizontal portion is called the runners and finally to the multiple points where it is introduced to the mold cavity called the gates.

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