alpha iron
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a magnetic allotrope of iron; stable below 906 degrees centigrade
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Alpha iron (α-iron) is a form of pure iron that exists below a certain temperature, often referred to as the Curie temperature (770 degrees Celsius). It has a body-centered cubic (BCC) crystal structure that is highly ductile and fairly soft, making it useful for a wide range of metalworking and industrial applications.
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