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An A to Z collection of welding terms with definitions & images of common processes, materials, organizations and devices.
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Carbon
An alloying element that tends to harden and strengthen metals, while also reducing their ductility and weldability. Carbon interacts preferentially with iron, causing the formation of rust.VIEW WELDING GLOSSARY