Have you ever looked at a bridge, a building, or even a smartphone and wondered why it doesn't just fall apart? The answer lies in the hidden world of materials science, where tiny structures at the microscopic level determine whether materials bend, break, or bounce back. This isn't just another textbook—it's your key to understanding the fundamental principles that govern everything from the strength of steel to the flexibility of plastics.
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