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The influence of alloying elements on the rate of pearlite formation influences whether martensite will be formed when austenite is quenched because martensite can form only from austenite. If the formation of pearlite is delayed, more austenite will be available at the Ms temperature to transform to martensite. The term hardenability is used to describe this effect. We say that alloying elements increase the hardenability of steel, making it possible to harden them to greater depths.
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The influence of alloying elements on the rate of pearlite formation influences whether martensite will be formed when austenite is quenched because martensite can form only from austenite. If the formation of pearlite is delayed, more austenite will be available at the Ms temperature to transform to martensite. The term hardenability is used to describe this effect. We say that alloying elements increase the hardenability of steel, making it possible to harden them to greater depths.
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