The Basic Oxygen Process (BOP) is a method used in steelmaking to convert molten iron into steel. It involves blowing oxygen through molten iron, which reduces the carbon content and removes impurities. This process is efficient and can produce large quantities of steel quickly. During the BOP, the oxygen reacts with carbon in the iron, forming carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, which escape as gases. The result is a purer form of iron that can be further processed into various types of steel, essential for construction and manufacturing. This method is widely used in modern steel production.