Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction

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ISBN 10: 1118324579
ISBN 13: 978-1-11832-457-8

Chapter 16 - Composites - Questions and Problems - Page 678: 16.20b

Answer

In a fiber-reinforced composites: The matrix phase is relatively weak and has a low elastic modulus. Whereas, the dispersed phase is strong, stiff and brittle.

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In a fiber-reinforced composites: The matrix phase is relatively weak and has a low elastic modulus. Whereas, the dispersed phase is strong, stiff and brittle.
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