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Vocabulary Entry
austenite
|noun
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N
noun
A type of steel that has a particular crystalline structure, known for its ability to be hardened and strengthened.
Example Sentences
"Austenite is commonly found in high-carbon steels."
"The presence of austenite can improve the ductility of the steel."
"During heat treatment, the steel can transform to austenite at high temperatures."