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Materials science
The the study of matter and their applications in various areas of science and engineering.
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solute
Metals; Metallurgy
The component of either a liquid or solid solution that is present to the lesser or minor extent; the component that is dissolved in the solvent.
slit edges
Metals; Metallurgy
The edges of sheet or strip metal resulting from cutting to width by rotary slitters.
sliver
Metals; Metallurgy
Loose metal piece rolled down onto the surface of the metal during the rolling operations.
soft skin rolled temper
Metals; Metallurgy
In low carbon-rolled strip steel, soft and ductile. Produced by subjecting annealed strip to a pinch pass or skin rolling (a very light rolling).
solder embrittlement
Metals; Metallurgy
Reduction in ductility of a metal or alloy, associated with local penetration by molten solder along grain boundaries.
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