Reduction of Area
Reduction of area is a plastic deformation caused by tensile forces. If a work piece is pulled lengthwise, the material becomes thinner and thinner at a certain section. This tapering is called reduction of area. If the workpiece is stretched further and further, it tears at this taper.
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