scope:

This standard covers the definition of terms, acronyms, and symbols used in ASTM documents related to the field of metallography and metallographic testing. Terms that are only relevant to a particular standard or that are adequately defined in a general dictionary are not defined in this terminology standard.

This standard includes terminology used in metallographic areas, such as, but not limited to: light microscopy, microindentation hardness testing, specimen preparation. x-ray and electron metallography, quantitative metallography, photomicrography, and determination of grain size and inclusion content.

This standard may be of use to individuals utilizing standards of Committee E-4 as well as by those in need of a general reference source for terminology in the field of metallography.