martensite
noun /'mɑrtɛn,zaɪt/
- Definition
- a solid solution of carbon in alpha-iron that is formed when steel is cooled so rapidly that the change from austenite to pearlite is suppressed; responsible for the hardness of quenched steel
- Example
- The word 'martensite' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
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Compound Word
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
4
Consonants
6
Length
10