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Noun: primary solid solution
  1. A homogeneous solid that can exist over a range of component chemicals; a constituent of alloys that is formed when atoms of an element are incorporated into the crystals of a metal
    "The alloy's properties were enhanced by the formation of a primary solid solution";
    - solid solution

Derived forms: primary solid solutions

Type of: solution

Part of: alloy, metal