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Record 1 2013-12-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Refractory Materials (Metallurgy)
  • Scientific Measurements and Analyses
DEF

The percentage permanent contraction or expansion, measured after cooling, that takes place when a refractory material is heated for a specified period at a specified temperature.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériaux réfractaires (Métallurgie)
  • Mesures et analyse (Sciences)
DEF

Retrait (ou dilatation) permanent en pour-cent, subsistant après refroidissement sur un produit réfractaire chauffé pendant un certain temps à une température donnée.

Spanish

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