The Addition of an Interstitial Element to a Metal ________

question 81

Multiple Choice

The addition of an interstitial element to a metal ________ the overall hardness and strength while ________ the ductility.

• A)decreases, increasing
• B)increases, increasing
• C)increases, decreasing
• D)decreases, decreasing
• E)Adding an interstitial element to a metal has no affect on its properties.

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