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embrittlement

/ɪmˈbrɪtl̩mənt/

/ɪmˈbrɪtlmənt/

embrittlementnoun

embrittlements

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Translations

The embrittlement of the metal was caused by exposure to low temperatures.

Хрупкость металла была вызвана воздействием низких температур.

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Definitions

The process by which a material becomes brittle, often due to environmental factors or changes in its composition.

The embrittlement of the metal pipes was caused by prolonged exposure to hydrogen gas.

The state or condition of being brittle; loss of ductility in a material.

Excessive embrittlement reduced the toughness of the steel component.

Synonyms

embrittlementadjective

/ɪmˈbrɪtl̩mənt/

/ɪmˈbrɪtlmənt/

Used attributively before another noun to describe tests, temperatures, mechanisms, etc., related to embrittlement.

Definitions

Relating to or causing embrittlement.

Embrittlement testing revealed the alloy's susceptibility to cracking.