ferrite

Noun
  1. A solid solution in which alpha iron is the solvent (synset 114883352)
    is a type of: primary solid solution, solid solution - a homogeneous solid that can exist over a range of component chemicals; a constituent of alloys that is formed when atoms of an element are incorporated into the crystals of a metal
    substance holonym: alpha iron - a magnetic allotrope of iron; stable below 906 degrees centigrade
    substance meronym: pearlite - a lamellar mixture of cementite and ferrite formed during the cooling of austenite; a constituent of steel and cast iron

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