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bluing

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bluing [′blü·iŋ]
(metallurgy)
Also spelled blueing.
Formation of a bluish oxide film on polished steel; improves appearance and provides some corrosion resistance.
Heating of formed springs to reduce internal stress.
A blue oxide film formed on the polished surface of a metal due to extremely high temperatures.
(plant pathology)
blue rot
bluing
The addition of a small amount of clean blue colorant to a white paint to promote the visual perception of whiteness.
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Bluing is a passivation technique used to prevent rust corrosion although it offers less resistance to rust than galvanization or electroplating.
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