metallic composition
[mə-ˈta-lik ˌkäm-pə-ˈzi-shən]
nounpl: metallic compositions
composição metálica
1. The chemical makeup or mixture of metallic elements that form an alloy or metal material
The metallic composition of bronze consists of copper and tin.
A composição metálica do bronze consiste em cobre e estanho.
2. The proportion and arrangement of metal elements in a substance or object
The engineer analyzed the metallic composition to determine the alloy's strength.
O engenheiro analisou a composição metálica para determinar a resistência da liga.
3. In art and music, a work created primarily from metal materials or with metallic characteristics
The sculpture's metallic composition gives it a modern industrial aesthetic.
A composição metálica da escultura lhe confere uma estética industrial moderna.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, and industrial contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is common in metallurgy, materials engineering, and manufacturing sectors. In Brazil, the term appears frequently in academic publications and technical documentation related to the aerospace and automotive industries.
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