What Is the Typical Effect of the Addition of an Interstitial

question 59

Multiple Choice

What is the typical effect of the addition of an interstitial element on the properties of a metal?

• A) increased surface luster
• B) increase in malleability and corrosion resistance
• C) decrease in conductivity and increase in brittleness
• D) decrease in melting point and increase in ductility
• E) increase in hardness and strength, decrease in ductility

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