In the field of metallurgy, the term segregation refers to the non uniform distribution or concentration of alloying elements, impurities, or microphases. For example, segregation in castings is a defect whereby alloying elements are concentrated in specific areas, such as surfaces or grain boundaries. Segregation can be micro- or macroscopic in nature.
Segregation can be a problematic occurrence, resulting in embrittlement, stress cracking and fatigue.
In the field of metallurgy, the term segregation refers to the non uniform distribution or concentration of alloying elements, impurities, or microphases. For example, segregation in castings is a defect whereby alloying elements are concentrated in specific areas, such as surfaces or grain boundaries. Segregation can be micro- or macroscopic in nature.
Segregation can be a problematic occurrence, resulting in embrittlement, stress cracking and fatigue.
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