
Structure of
alloys
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3.3 Forms of equilibrium diagrams for binary alloys
The form of the equilibrium diagram depends on the solubility conditions
pertaining in both the solid and liquid states and whether any reactions occur
during the liquid to solid transition or during the cooling of the solid.
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100
50
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Composition
100%
A
0% B
Figure 3.11 Equilibrium diagram for
two metals that are completely soluble in
each other in the liquid and solid states
Solid B
+ liquid
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Figure 3.12 Equilibrium diagram for
two metals that are completely soluble in
each other in the liquid state and com-
pletely insoluble in each other in the solid
state
Complet ...