TOUGHNESS. The ability of a metal to absorb energy and deform plastically before fracturing.
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VACUUM DEPOSITION. Condensation of thin metal coatings on the cool surface of work in a vacuum.
ACID EMBRITTLEMENT. A form of hydrogen embrittlement that may be induced in some metals by acid treatment.
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