Which outcome occurs when hydrogen gas permeates through a metal at elevated temperatures?

💡 Explanation

When hydrogen permeates a metal, hydrogen atoms diffuse into the metal lattice, weakening the metallic bonds via hydrogen embrittlement, leading to crack propagation under stress. Therefore, hydrogen embrittlement occurs, rather than oxidation, increased ductility, or grain growth, which require specific alloying elements or thermal treatments.

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