Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering
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Chapter 9.13, Problem 39KCP
(a)
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What are the compositions ranges for the carbon and silicon in gray cast iron.
(b)
To determine
Why do gray cast irons have relatively high amounts of silicon?
(c)
To determine
What casting conditions favor the formation of gray cast iron?
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