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hardness
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USA
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In the USA, hardness is valued for its association with strength and durability in materials and products.
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Western countries
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In Western countries, hardness is seen as a measure of strength and durability important in industrial and engineering contexts and product quality.
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hardness
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China
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In Chinese culture, hardness is appreciated in food textures but not in interpersonal relationships.
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everyday
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Bread in Germany is prized for its hardness while in the United States, it is more resistant to the touch.
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hardness
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geological
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Hardness in the geological context describes the resistance of minerals or rocks to scratching or indentation.
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