Dendrite (metal)

Dendrite, in the context of metal, refers to a specific crystalline structure that forms during the solidification of metals and alloys. Dendritic growth is characterized by tree-like formations or branching structures that occur as the material solidifies. This is often seen in metals that are cooled from a liquid state. The dendritic structure arises due to the non-uniform cooling and solidification conditions, which lead to the formation of a primary solid phase that grows outward in a branching fashion.