acid brittleness

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acid brittleness [′as·əd ′brit·əl·nəs]

(metallurgy)

Low ductility of a metal due to its absorption of hydrogen gas, which may occur during an electrolytic process or during cleaning. Also known as hydrogen embrittlement.

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