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The BCC phase of iron (α-iron) at room temperature is called:

1. Austenite
2. Cementite
3. Ferrite
4. Martensite

Answer

C. Ferrite

Solution

Ferrite is soft and ductile with very low carbon solubility (max 0.022%).

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