malleability

Noun

Meaning

The quality or state of being malleable; -- opposed to friability and brittleness.

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It is the presence of dislocations and their ability to readily move (and interact) under the influence of stresses induced by external loads that leads to the characteristic malleability of metallic materials. Source: Internet

Due to the "malleability" of Chardonnay in winemaking and its ability to reflect its terroir, there is not one distinct universal "style" or set of constants that could be applied to Chardonnay made across the globe. Source: Internet

Arsenic group minerals consist of semi-metals, which have only some metallic; for example, they lack the malleability of metals. Source: Internet

Its malleability allowed it to be formed into a variety of shapes, and it could be riveted, ensuring strong connections. citation Abstract only. Source: Internet

Sullivan used it in his architecture because it had a malleability that was appropriate for his ornament. Source: Internet

The gold alloys' slight malleability facilitates the creation of a superior molar mating surface with other teeth and produces results that are generally more satisfactory than those produced by the creation of porcelain crowns. Source: Internet

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