The difference between the theoretical and measured fracture strengths of brittle materials is explained by the presence of small flaws or cracks. In terms of these pre-existing flaws or cracks, briefly describe the occurring phenomena when a brittle material fractures in tension. (i) (ii) Explain why ductile materials do not fail in a brittle manner even though they have small flaws and crack present. If so, explain the process of ductile fracture of the materials.

The difference between the theoretical and measured fracture strengths of brittle materials is explained by the presence of small flaws or cracks. In terms of these pre-existing flaws or cracks, briefly describe the occurring phenomena when a brittle material fractures in tension. (i) (ii) Explain why ductile materials do not fail in a brittle manner even though they have small flaws and crack present. If so, explain the process of ductile fracture of the materials.

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