A brass plumbing fitting produced from a Cu-30% Zn alloy operates in the hot water system of

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A brass plumbing fitting produced from a Cu-30% Zn alloy operates in the hot water system of a large office building. After some period of use, cracking and leaking occur. On visual examination, no metal appears to have been corroded. Offer an explanation for why the fitting failed.

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The Science And Engineering Of Materials

ISBN: 9781305076761

7th Edition

Authors: Donald R. Askeland, Wendelin J. Wright

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