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Observations on Nodular Graphite

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Chemical analysis shows the partition of the magnesium addition between the metal and the graphite is independent of whether the graphite is in the form of nodules or flakes. The bright central spot observed in nodular graphite polished sections is shown to be due to the structure of the nodules.

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  1. Mines Branch, Department of Mines and Technical Surveys, Ottawa, Ont., Canada

    H. M. Weld (Physical Metallurgist), R. L. Cunningham (Physical Metallurgist) & F. W. C. Boswell (Physical Metallurgist)

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  1. H. M. Weld
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Discussion on this paper, TP 3271E, may be sent, 2 copies, to AIME by Dec. 1, 1952. Manuscript, Oct. 2, 1951. Philadelphia Meeting, October 1952.

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Weld, H.M., Cunningham, R.L. & Boswell, F.W.C. Observations on Nodular Graphite. JOM 4, 738–742 (1952). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03398134

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