Materials and Processes: Properties, Applications, and Manufacturing Techniques

Question 1

Which material is known for its high strength-to-weight ratio and outstanding resistance to corrosion?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum

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Glass

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Steel

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Concrete

Question 2

Which production process involves utilizing a rotating cutting tool to remove material from a solid object?

Accepted Answer

Machining

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Welding

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Casting

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Molding

Question 3

What type of joint involves fusing metal surfaces together permanently through melting?

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Welded joint

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Riveted joint

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Screwed joint

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Bolted joint

Question 4

Which material can be replenished naturally?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Plastic

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Carbon fiber

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Concrete

Question 5

Which plastic type exhibits high melting point, stiffness, and resistance to chemicals?

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Polycarbonate

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Polyethylene

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Polypropylene

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Polyvinyl chloride

Question 6

What is the main purpose of a lubricant in mechanical systems?

Accepted Answer

Reducing friction

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Increasing speed

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Cooling the system

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Preventing wear

Question 7

Which device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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Motor

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Generator

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Battery

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Capacitor

Question 8

To minimize manufacturing costs, which design factor is most important?

Accepted Answer

Reducing the number of parts

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Using complex shapes

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Selecting expensive materials

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Setting very tight tolerances

Question 9

A company is creating a new product that needs a material that is light, strong, and doesn't rust. Which material would be the best choice?

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Aluminum

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Steel

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Plastic

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Wood

Question 10

Which manufacturing process involves melting a material and pouring it into a mold to create a desired shape?

Accepted Answer

Casting

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Forging

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Machining

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Welding

Question 11

Which type of plastic is known for its transparency, heat resistance, and chemical resistance?

Accepted Answer

Polycarbonate (PC)

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Polyethylene (PE)

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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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Polystyrene (PS)

Question 12

Which technique is used to join metal parts by melting their edges together?

Accepted Answer

Welding

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Brazing

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Soldering

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Fastening

Question 13

Creating a mold for casting involves:

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Carving a pattern into sand

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3D printing the mold

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Injecting molten metal into a mold

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Using a lathe to shape the material

Question 14

Which type of bond is formed when electrons are shared between atoms?

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Covalent bond

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Ionic bond

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Metallic bond

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Hydrogen bond

Question 15

Which non-metallic material is commonly used in electronics?

Accepted Answer

Silicon

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Copper

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Aluminum

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Iron

Question 16

Which process removes unwanted material from a workpiece using a rotating abrasive tool?

Accepted Answer

Grinding

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Drilling

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Milling

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Turning

Question 17

Which manufacturing process is best suited for creating a large number of identical plastic parts with exact measurements?

Accepted Answer

Injection molding

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Blow molding

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Thermoforming

Question 18

Which material conducts electricity effectively?

Accepted Answer

Copper

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Wood

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Plastic

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Rubber

Question 19

Identify the manufacturing process that involves using heat and pressure to shape metal.

Accepted Answer

Welding

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Casting

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Machining

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Extrusion

Question 20

What primary advantage do composite materials offer?

Accepted Answer

High strength-to-weight ratio

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Low cost

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Easy recycling

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Low durability

Question 21

In the casting process, what is the purpose of a mold?

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To shape the molten metal

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To hold the metal in place

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To cool the molten metal

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To strengthen the metal

Question 22

Which of these characteristics describes plastics?

Accepted Answer

Low melting point

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Good electrical conductivity

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High strength

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Brittleness

Question 23

Which process separates materials based on their density?

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Centrifugation

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Filtration

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Evaporation

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Distillation

Question 24

Which of these is a natural fiber?

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Cotton

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Nylon

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Polyester

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Kevlar

Question 25

What primary function do lubricants serve in manufacturing processes?

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Reduce friction

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Cool the workpiece

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Strengthen the material

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Clean the surface

Question 26

Which technology is an example of additive manufacturing?

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3D printing

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Injection molding

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CNC machining

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Casting

Question 27

What is the primary function of flux in the soldering process?

Accepted Answer

Removal of oxides

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Improved heat transfer

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Prevention of corrosion

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Enhanced electrical conductivity

Question 28

Which of the following plastics is commonly used in injection molding?

Accepted Answer

ABS

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PVC

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Polyethylene

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Polycarbonate

Question 29

When designing a product for CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining, what is the primary focus?

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Precision

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Speed

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Cost

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Material compatibility

Question 30

Which design for manufacturability principle focuses on using the fewest parts possible in assembly?

Accepted Answer

Part reduction

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Modularity

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Standardization

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Tolerance analysis

Question 31

In the metalworking process of applying force to shape metal, what is this process called?

Accepted Answer

Forging

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Casting

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Welding

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Machining

Question 32

Which of the following is not categorized as a plastic?

Accepted Answer

Metal

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Thermoplastic

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Thermoset

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Elastomer

Question 33

What is the primary function of a jig in the manufacturing process?

Accepted Answer

Holding parts securely

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Guiding cutting tools

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Measuring dimensions

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Removing material

Question 34

Identify the renewable resource from the following options.

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Petroleum

Question 35

When bonding two metal pieces by melting their surfaces, what is this process referred to as?

Accepted Answer

Welding

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Brazing

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Soldering

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Riveting

Question 36

Which material exhibits the highest resistance to corrosion?

Accepted Answer

Stainless steel

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Iron

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Aluminum

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Copper

Question 37

In metalworking, what is the purpose of the annealing process?

Accepted Answer

Softening the metal

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Enhancing the metal's hardness

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Increasing the metal's toughness

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Improving the machinability of the metal

Question 38

Which material is known for its strength, ability to conduct electricity, and resistance to rust?

Accepted Answer

Metal

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Ceramic

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Plastic

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Composite

Question 39

Which process involves permanently joining metal components by heating and melting their abutting surfaces together?

Accepted Answer

Welding

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Gluing

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Machining

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Casting

Question 40

Which type of material is a composite, consisting of different materials combined to form a new material with unique properties?

Accepted Answer

Fiberglass

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Steel

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Copper

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Concrete

Question 41

Which technique involves applying force to deform metal into desired shapes?

Accepted Answer

Forging

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Milling

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Casting

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Welding

Question 42

Which property of a material determines its resistance to scratching and surface damage?

Accepted Answer

Hardness

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Density

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Strength

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Toughness

Question 43

Which process involves removing material from a workpiece using a cutting tool to create specific shapes?

Accepted Answer

Machining

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Welding

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Casting

Question 44

Which material is commonly used in electrical wiring due to its excellent electrical conductivity?

Accepted Answer

Copper

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Wood

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Steel

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Plastic

Question 45

Which technique utilizes a focused laser beam to cut precise shapes in metal by melting and vaporizing the material?

Accepted Answer

Laser cutting

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Milling

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Plasma cutting

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Waterjet cutting

Question 46

Which type of material exhibits high thermal conductivity and electrical insulation properties, making it suitable for electrical components?

Accepted Answer

Ceramic

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Polymer

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Composite

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Metal

Question 47

Which process involves introducing molten material into a mold, where it solidifies to take the shape of the mold?

Accepted Answer

Casting

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Welding

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Forging

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Machining

Question 48

Which of the following materials is characterized by high strength, low density, and resistance to corrosion?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum

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Iron

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Plastic

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Steel

Question 49

Which of the following plastics is commonly used in packaging and disposable containers due to its flexibility and low cost?

Accepted Answer

Polyethylene (PE)

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Polystyrene (PS)

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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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Polypropylene (PP)

Question 50

The method of producing sheets of metal by passing molten metal between rollers is called:

Accepted Answer

Rolling

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Extrusion

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Forging

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Casting

Question 51

Which process involves removing material using a high-powered, concentrated beam of light?

Accepted Answer

Laser cutting

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Chemical machining

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Plasma cutting

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Waterjet cutting

Question 52

The property that describes a material's ability to withstand external forces without breaking or deforming is known as:

Accepted Answer

Strength

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Elasticity

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Hardness

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Toughness

Question 53

Which of the following materials is an example of a composite, combining two or more different materials?

Accepted Answer

Fiberglass

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Aluminum

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Wood

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Steel

Question 54

Which of the following techniques is commonly used to create detailed and precise shapes and designs in wood?

Accepted Answer

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) routing

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Lathe turning

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Hand carving

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Sanding

Question 55

The process of hardening steel by rapidly cooling it after heating it to a high temperature is known as:

Accepted Answer

Quenching

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Tempering

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Annealing