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a compound, B 4 C, slightly harder than silicon carbide (qv), obtained by heating boron at very high temperature to effect its union with carbon; used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors, and as an abrasive agent in industry and dentistry.
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| boron carbide |
A material used for blast nozzles when a cutting abrasive is used. Boron Carbide will outlast tungsten carbide 4-6 times with only double the cost.
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