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Mechanical Engineering · Q219

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 219

Q219

Tungsten in high speed steel provides

A.
Hot hardness
Answer
B.
Toughness
C.
Wear resistance
D.
Sharp cutting edge

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Tungsten is a good carbide former that prevents grain growth, enhances toughness and increases red hardness and high temperature strength. Tungsten is used in hot forming tool steels and high-speed steels.