Presence of nitrogen in steel___________________?

Correct answer: A. Makes it brittle

  • A. Makes it brittle
  • B. Increases its strength
  • C. Increases its hardness
  • D. Is desirable

Explanation

Nitrogen can cause strain ageing and embrittlement in steel by pinning dislocations, especially when present as a free interstitial element. Although it may also raise strength or hardness, the usual metallurgical effect asked here is increased brittleness.

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