alumina fibers

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alumina fibers [ə′lüm·ə·nə ′fī·bərz]

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Short, linear crystals of alumina which have a strength of up to 200,000 pounds per square inch (1.38 gigapascals); used in plastics as a filler to improve heat resistance and dielectric properties. Also known as sapphire whiskers.

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