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ductility
[duktil′itē] the property of a material of having a large elastic range and tending to deform before failing from stress. ductility (duktil´itē), n the property of a material that allows permanent deformation under tension without rupture. It is measured as a percentage increase in length on rupture compared with original length and is termed percentage elongation, or elongation. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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