positive material identification

noun

The process of ensuring the composition of a material, especially a metal alloy, meets specifications and standards by determining its elemental composition.

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Meanings

nounpositive material identification (uncountable)
  1. uncountableengineeringThe process of ensuring the composition of a material, especially a metal alloy, meets specifications and standards by determining its elemental composition.
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