silicomanganese
alloy
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Silicomanganese is a crude alloy composed of silicon and manganese, often with some iron. It is primarily used in the manufacture of alloy steel. Manganese itself is a hard, silvery-white metal essential in steelmaking for removing impurities and enhancing the metal's physical properties. While pure manganese is brittle, alloys like silicomanganese are crucial for industrial applications.12
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