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Define (a) malleability, and (b) ductility.

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Malleability is the ability of a material to deform under stess (compressive stress). If a material is malleable then it can be converted into thin sheets by hammering or rolling.

Ductility of a material is the ability to stretch under stress (tensile stress). If a material is ductile it can be converted into thin wires.


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