Which outcome results when lubricating oil experiences extreme shear?

💡 Explanation

Extreme shear causes *viscosity thinning*: the oil's molecules align, weakening hydrodynamic lubrication because viscosity decreases under load. Therefore, film strength is reduced, rather than other oil breakdown modes occurring that require higher temperatures.

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