stress-induced transformation

Stress-induced transformation refers to changes in the structure of a material, like a metal or mineral, that happen when it experiences applied stress, such as force or pressure. Under certain conditions, the material's atoms rearrange into a different structure to relieve internal stress, which can alter its properties like strength, hardness, or ductility. This process is important in understanding how materials behave under load, how they fail, or how to improve their durability. Essentially, the material responds to stress by reorganizing its internal structure to adapt or strengthen itself.