What does martensitic mean?
Relating to or denoting a type of crystal structure that forms in steel when it is rapidly cooled, characterized by a needle-like or plate-like arrangement of atoms. This structure is often associated with high hardness and wear resistance.
Example
"The martensitic transformation in the steel alloy resulted in a significant increase in its hardness and durability."
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