Meaning of martensite in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈmɑrtnˌsaɪt/

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  1. Noun

    martensite

    Etymology

    late 19th century: named after Adolf Martens (1850–1914), German metallurgist, + -ite

    Definitions

    1. 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

    Examples

    • « responsible for the hardness of quenched steel »
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