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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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polished surface
Metals; Metallurgy
The finish obtained by buffing with rouge or similar fine abrasive, resulting in a high gloss or polish.
polycrystalline
Metals; Metallurgy
Comprising an aggregate of more than one crystal, and usually a large number of crystals.
planimetric method
Metals; Metallurgy
A method of measuring grain size, in which the grains within a definite area are counted.
planishing
Metals; Metallurgy
Producing a smooth surface finish on metal by rapid succession of blows delivered by highly polished dies or by a hammer designed for the purpose, or by rolling in a planishing ...
plastic deformation
Metals; Metallurgy
Permanent distortion of a material under the action of applied stresses.
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