In materials science and chemistry, an impurity is a substance differing from the chemical or physical composition of a given material. While often unwanted, impurities are deliberately introduced to alter properties, such as in semiconductors to create electrical conductivity. Manufacturers, metallurgists, and pharmaceutical developers benefit by controlling these elements to enhance product performance and purity.
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