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Rarepearlite
The correct spelling is pearlite.
How to pronounce pearlite
noun
Say it like: Pee-rli-te
The correct spelling is pearlite. A two-phased lamellar structure composed of alternating layers of alpha ferrite and cementite that occurs in some steels and cast irons, having a pearlescent appearance.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A two-phased lamellar structure composed of alternating layers of alpha ferrite and cementite that occurs in some steels and cast irons, having a pearlescent appearance.
- 2.An amorphous volcanic glass formed by the hydration of obsidian.
- 3.The lightweight insulating material and aggregate resulting from expanding perlite glass by heat.
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