Grey cast iron, which contains between 2.5 and 4% carbon, has all or most of its carbon is uncombined in forms graphite flakes when it cools and solidifies from its molten state. True or false.

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Grey cast iron, which contains between 2.5 and 4% carbon, has all or most of its carbon is uncombined in forms graphite flakes when it cools and solidifies from its molten state. True or false. 

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