
Malleable
Heat Involvement
Malleable materials often require heat to shape, like metals in a forge.
The malleable iron was hammered into a horseshoe after heating.
Not Breakable
Remember, malleable materials bend; they don't snap or shatter when altered.
The malleable wire was twisted into various shapes without breaking.
Industry Usage
The term is common in industrial contexts, like manufacturing or metallurgy.
Engineers prefer malleable materials for parts that need to be custom-shaped.
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