What is the primary purpose of a sprue in casting?

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Create a passage for molten metal to flow into the moldAssist in smoothing the surface of cast restorationsRemove trapped air from the wax modelCapture intricate details of the pattern

Explanation

The sprue serves as a channel through which molten metal enters the mold cavity during casting. It does not aid in polishing, removing air bubbles, or capturing fine details.