What are the major effects of alloying elements?

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Answer :

To alter the transformation temperatures and times
To modify the room temperature and elevated temperature strengths of given structures by (a)
stiffening the crystals and (B) introducing complex precipitates which tend to harden the steel.
To modify the type of oxide film formed on the surface of the steel and thereby affect its corrosion
resistance.

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