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Which problem arises during metal casting if the cooling rate produces temperature gradients exceeding material tolerances?

A)Increased microsegregation formation
B)Elevated surface finish quality
C)Decreased solidification shrinkage
D)Improved ductility and malleability

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Increased microsegregation occurs due to rapid cooling, triggering solute redistribution via the Scheil equation. This causes composition variations because the solid-liquid interface temperature is non-uniform, therefore certain regions solidify with an excess composition rather than uniform homogeneity.

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